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Focus Staff

Travel Respiratory Therapist

Redding, CA · On-site

Travel We currently have a client in Redding, CA looking for Traveling Respiratory Therapist (RRT)! Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Respiratory Therapist to help us to provide quality patient care ...

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How much do independent contractor travel rrt jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average weekly pay for independent contractor travel rrt in California is $1,928.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,403.85 and $2,373.08 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an independent contractor travel RRT?

An Independent Contractor Travel RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) is a healthcare professional who works on a contract basis, providing respiratory therapy services at various healthcare facilities. Unlike full-time employees, independent contractors handle their own taxes, benefits, and scheduling. They typically take short-term travel assignments in different locations, filling staffing needs for hospitals, clinics, or other medical settings. This role offers flexibility, higher earning potential, and diverse work experiences, but also requires managing contracts, insurance, and licensing independently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an independent contractor travel RRT?

To excel as an Independent Contractor Travel RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist), you need a current RRT credential, valid state licensure, and comprehensive experience in respiratory care. Familiarity with patient management systems, ventilator equipment, and hospital EHRs is typically required. Strong adaptability, self-motivation, and effective interpersonal skills are essential for thriving in varied, fast-paced clinical environments. These competencies enable RRTs to provide high-quality respiratory care while adjusting to different healthcare settings and collaborating with diverse teams.

What kind of work schedule and travel expectations can I expect as an independent contractor travel RRT?

As an Independent Contractor Travel RRT, your work schedule can vary based on contract lengths, hospital needs, and your personal preferences, but assignments often range from 8 to 26 weeks and may include variable shifts or weekend work. Travel RRTs are expected to be flexible and willing to relocate temporarily to different healthcare facilities, which allows for exposure to new clinical environments and patient populations. This setup can provide greater autonomy, competitive pay rates, and opportunities to quickly broaden your professional experience. It's important to be comfortable with frequent transitions and to have strong organizational skills for managing travel, licensure compliance, and documentation requirements.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Travel Rrt job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $100,305 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist

Preferred Healthcare Staffing

Redding, CA

$3.9K/wk

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Preferred Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for an exciting Travel Allied job in Redding, CA. Shift: 12 hr days Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks Pay: $3909.72 / Week

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Acute Care

RRT Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Respiratory Therapist with Acute Care experience to work at an excellent healthcare facility in Redding, CA. This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your respiratory therapy skills while advancing your RRT career. The job will entail assessing patients at the facility and administering treatment. You care about patients and are committed to helping them improve their breathing and recover from respiratory conditions. You will work with new and ongoing patients to diagnose breathing difficulties, create treatment plans, administer treatments, and evaluate results.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose respiratory conditions, administer medication, manage oxygen levels, operate machine ventilators, and trach care management.
  • Properly educate and instruct patients and their caregivers on all respiratory-related equipment and supplies, including troubleshooting and safety procedures.

Job Requirements:

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • AHA, BLS, ACLS, NBRC, PALS, and NRP are preferred certifications
  • NICU, PICU, ICU experience preferred
  • 2 years of experience within the last 5 years

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay package
  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
  • Retirement planning and savings options
  • Continuing Education reimbursement
  • Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve

Preferred Healthcare is a well-established and highly reputable staffing agency that specializes in placing therapy and allied health professionals in positions carefully aligned with their skills and career goals. We pride ourselves on honesty, building lasting relationships, and genuinely taking care of our HCPs. We believe this helps to achieve our mutual goal: better patient care. Awarded Best of Staffing (6 years straight!) and Certified by The Joint Commission. For immediate consideration, please call 800-787-6787 or apply to this job.

Preferred Healthcare Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state, or local law.

About Preferred Healthcare Staffing:

Since 1994, Preferred Healthcare Staffing has provided allied health professionals with the best assignments in desirable locations. We offer travel, per diem, and long term positions at hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, schools, outpatient clinics and government facilities throughout the United States. Experience the Preferred touch today!

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