Travel

Respiratory Therapist

Jackson, TN

Respiratory Therapist — Travel Contract | Jackson, TN

Shift: Days | 3x12-Hour (06:45–19:15)

Contract Duration: 13 weeks | Start Date: October 5, 2026

This Respiratory Therapist position is based in a facility serving a diverse patient population spanning adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics. The role involves a broad range of respiratory care across multiple acuity levels within an interdisciplinary care environment.

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Administration of aerosolized medications via oral inhalation, EZPAP, IPPB, and MDI
  • Chest physiotherapy (CPT) and incentive spirometry
  • Oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP therapy, and arteriocentesis
  • Tracheostomy care and management, mechanical ventilation weaning
  • Interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs)
  • High-flow nasal cannula, intubation assistance, and airway management (oral and nasal)

Schedule & Coverage:

  • Weekend and holiday coverage required
  • No on-call obligations
  • Floating may be expected

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience
  • Active RRT credential
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required at time of submission
  • Active Tennessee license or compact license required at time of submission
  • Recent electronic health record experience (within the past 18 months) required and must be documented on your profile; candidates must pass a competency exam — one attempt only
  • COVID-19 vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered); flu vaccine required with no exemptions

Vaccination: COVID-19 required (exemptions considered) | Flu vaccine required, no exemptions

Local candidates are welcome and considered at the same rate as travelers.