Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Location: Baltimore, MD

Shift: Night, 3×12-hour (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Contract Duration: 14 weeks

Start Date: ASAP (on or after September 29, 2026)

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join the critical care and emergency department teams on a night rotation. You'll provide direct patient care, manage mechanical ventilation, and respond to acute respiratory needs in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• RRT with 5+ years experience or CRT with 5+ years experience (first-time travelers considered with strong critical care/ED background)
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• Valid Maryland or Compact license required at time of application
• Adult critical care and/or ED experience mandatory
• 2+ years documented experience

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical ventilation management and weaning
• Airway care, intubation assist, and extubation support
• ABG interpretation and pulmonary hygiene
• Tracheostomy care and troubleshooting ventilator alarms
• Collaboration with respiratory services and rapid response teams
• Potential float within facility scope; may float to affiliated facility as needed

What to Know

• Weekend coverage required
• Pre-approved time off available (2 weeks)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
• COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Mandatory onboarding modules (8 hours, completed virtually on first day)
• Maximum assignment length: 365 days; 6-month separation required before returning

To Apply

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