Respiratory Therapist

Location: Austin, TX
Profession: Therapist

Posted: 9/14/2026
Salary: $1386/weekly

Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Nights

Job Details

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Contract

Location

Austin, TX | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Night Shift | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM | Weekends Required | No On-Call Required

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide respiratory therapy services on a fast-paced acute care unit with 71 beds
  • Operate and monitor equipment including 980s, V60s, MetaNeb, C-1, Nihon Kohden, and AIRVO devices
  • Deliver patient care during night shift hours in accordance with unit protocols and standards
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of up to 16 staff members per shift
  • Maintain current RRT credential throughout the duration of the assignment

Required Qualifications

  • Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential — required; candidates without this credential will not be considered
  • Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience
  • Proficiency with respiratory equipment including 980s, V60s, MetaNeb, C-1, Nihon Kohden, and AIRVO
  • Availability to work weekends as required

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Prior travel or contract respiratory therapy experience
  • Experience in a cardiac or specialty acute care environment
  • Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems used in acute care settings

Why Join Us

  • Work in a specialized acute care environment with access to advanced respiratory equipment and technology
  • No on-call requirements, offering a more predictable night shift schedule for the duration of the 13-week assignment

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