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Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Healthforce·San Luis Obispo, California

$1,754 - $1,807/wk·Contract·On Site·5-10 yrs
·Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

Assess and administer respiratory therapies for adult, geriatric, and neonatal patients in an acute care setting. Manage ventilated patients, perform arterial blood gas draws, and provide education to patients and their families.

Overview Respiratory Therapist – Registered Respiratory Therapist (Travel) in San Luis Obispo, California. Start date August 3, 2026. 13-week assignment with guaranteed 36 hours per week.

Shift

3x12-hour nights (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) in a short-term acute care setting. This travel opportunity places you in a community coastal city with access to regional amenities and a vibrant outdoor lifestyle.

Key Highlights • Weekly pay

  • $1,754–$1,807 per week
  • Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM)
  • Start date: August 3, 2026
  • Setting: Short-term acute care, hospital-based respiratory services

Responsibilities

  • Assess and document the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapies and provide adult and geriatric care per physician orders and department policy
  • Administer aerosolized and oxygen therapy, monitor patient response, and maintain EMR documentation and charge records for each patient
  • Manage care for ventilated patients, including monitoring and adjustments as needed
  • Draw arterial blood gases per policy and physician orders; participate in department record-keeping and training of new staff
  • Provide patient and family education on cardio-respiratory disease, rehabilitation, and disease progression; assist in rounds and ensure equipment is functioning properly
  • Support in neonatal-related responsibilities as needed, including potential neonatal transports and NICU-related procedures when required

Requirements

  • Education: Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
  • Licenses/ Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT); Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required at hire or within 90 days; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required at hire or within 90 days; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required at hire or within 90 days
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of critical care experience, with 2–3 years in NICU and neonatal intubation experience; at least 2 years of recent field experience
  • Other: Current nursing license per the state of assignment; ability to work in a fast-paced acute care environment

Benefits

  • and Support - 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Dedicated support throughout the assignment
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Extension opportunities
  • Nationwide travel assignments

Find more opportunities If you’re open to other respiratory therapy roles or travel assignments, you’re invited to explore additional openings at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note

Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process. About Healthforce Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed. Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals. Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more Local contract and per diem opportunities

Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay. What Makes Healthforce Different We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process. Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start 24/7 support while you are on assignment Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career. Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country. Quick submissions to open jobs Access to multiple job options at once Flexible assignment locations Ongoing support throughout your contract Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence. Start Your Next Travel Assignment Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide. Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Salary
$1,754 - $1,807/wk
Location
San Luis Obispo, California
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Closes
Oct 20, 2026
Application
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California respiratory care roles stay competitive

California allied-health employers often look for respiratory therapists because hospitals and acute-care settings need coverage across inpatient, emergency, and critical care units. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a CoARC-accredited graduate degree, a California Respiratory Care Practitioner license, RRT or CRT certification, and recent experience. Before applying, confirm your license and certification details match the posting; job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.

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