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Travel Respiratory Therapist, RT

Trinity Health·Waterbury, Connecticut

$2,520 - $2,520/wk·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 11 days ago
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About the role

Provide respiratory therapy services by floating across various hospital locations and regions to fill short and long-term assignments. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement quality improvement practices and maintain professional standards per AARC guidelines.

Employment Type

  • Part time
  • Shift:
  • Description:
  • Travel
  • Respiratory
  • Therapist,
  • RRT
  • Position
  • Purpose: Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT’s are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!
  • What you will do: Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines. Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities

Minimum Qualifications

  • Respiratory Therapist Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner
  • Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible. Current CRT and/or RRT credential. NPS preferred. Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state you are working. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values. Analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs. Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment. Position Highlights and Benefits: Premium Pay Flexible Scheduling Travel and Per Diem opportunities available Variety of Practice Settings DailyPay available Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment Opportunity to participate in 403B program Ministry Information: FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life. FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice! Job Details: LOCATION: St. Francis Hospital START DATE: ASAP WEEKS: 13 HOURS: 3x12 Shift: night Gross Weekly Rate: $2520 Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapist program with a current CRT and/or RRT credential and a valid state license. Preferred qualifications include NPS certification and strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Analytical Skills
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Communication
  • Respiratory Care
  • Clinical Collaboration
  • Windows Environment
  • Professional Practice Standards

Benefits

  • Flexible Scheduling
  • DailyPay
  • Travel Opportunities
  • Premium Pay
  • Per Diem Opportunities
  • 403B Program
  • License And Certifications Reimbursement

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$2,520 - $2,520/wk
Locations
Waterbury, Connecticut; Hartford, Connecticut; Connecticut
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Trinity Health

With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people...

Salary listed on 1,679 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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