American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/03/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with ECMO experience for a rotating days/nights position in a high-volume pediatric and adult ECMO program at a leading academic children's hospital.
Details
- Large-volume pediatric and adult ECMO program at an academic children's hospital
- Primary focus on pediatric ECMO patients who are stable on ECMO
- Patient population includes congenital heart disease, congenital diaphragmatic hernias, and respiratory failure
- Pediatric patient ratios are 1:1, occasionally 1:2 per circuit; adult ratios are 1:3 with remote monitoring and rounding care model
- Rotating day and night shifts (3x12-hour shifts): days 7:00–19:00, nights 19:00–7:00
- 2 weekends required per 4-week departmental scheduling period
- No call or floating required
- Epic EMR — experience required
Requirements
- Current RRT certification required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of experience required
- ECMO experience required
- Prior experience at an urban or academic medical center required
- 2 professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration (charge RNs are not acceptable)
- Flu shot required — no exemptions allowed
- License required if applicable
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are accepted provided they have prior ECMO specialist experience at an urban or academic medical center
- Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible to apply
- All time-off requests must be submitted at the time of initial application
- Flu shot deadlines will be communicated by the compliance team if applicable during flu season
American Traveler Job ID #P-730107. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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