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

As of Jun 9, 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 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.

What is an Independent Contractor Travel RRT job?

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 in the Independent Contractor Travel Rrt position, and why are they important?

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.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Travel Rrt job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 44% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 6% 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 - $2,058 per week

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,058 per week

Focus

San Luis Obispo, CA

$2K/wk

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Focus Staff is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in San Luis Obispo, California.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Start Date: 06/22/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

We currently have a client in San Luis Obispo, CA looking for Traveling Respiratory Therapist (RRT)!
Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Respiratory Therapist to help us to provide quality patient care during this COVID 19 Crisis. As a member of the Respiratory Team, develop and ensure the patient plan of care in collaboration with physicians, registered nurses, and other therapists. Ask your recruiter if this job qualifies as a crisis rate.
Contract Assignment – 13 Weeks (Temporary)
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Rewards: (Respiratory Therapist)

  • Pay depends on location and experience.
  • We are offering a very competitive package to the right Respiratory Therapist.
  • Health Insurance Coverage
  • 401K matching
  • New licensing reimbursement
  • Job staffing in all 50 states

Candidates need to possess phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Being Compassionate and sensitive is a prerequisite for the profession.
Requirements

  • Proven experience as Repertory Therapist
  • Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
  • BCLS, ACLS, PALS, NALS, or NRP preferred
  • Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients and families
Work Experience: At least 2 years of experience

If you are seeking Respiratory Therapist position and would like to work with an agency that will listen to your needs and career goals, then Focus Staff is the right place to be. We are proud of our ability to build relationships with all our healthcare professionals, whether you are seeking Travel assignments, PRN work or Permanent Placed positions.
Responsibilities:

  • Evaluating patient and recommends a treatment plan
  • Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions
  • Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes
  • Performing timely and accurate documentation
  • Promoting continuous quality improvement
  • Teaching and counseling patients/families
Job Type: Contract/Temporary/Travel
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

If You have a Passion for Respiratory Therapy, Apply Today and a Recruiter will guide you through the Process.
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Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt00000Nt3RRIAZ. 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 RRT - Respiratory Therapist

About Focus Staff

Your Journey, Our Focus. Travel Confidently, Care Boldly with Focus Staff.

At Focus Staff, we’re here to make your travel healthcare career rewarding, seamless, and stress-free.

Whether you’re a travel nurse, therapist, or allied health professional, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best — caring for others. Our mission is simple: to help healthcare heroes like you thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.

With thousands of job opportunities across all 50 states, our dedicated recruiters work closely with you to match you to the right assignment, based on what matters most to you — pay, location, benefits, or career growth.

From day one, you’ll enjoy premium benefits like medical coverage that bridges between assignments, 401K matching, travel and licensing reimbursements, and personalized housing support. Plus, our team is here for you 24/7, with clinical support available whenever you need guidance or backup.

At Focus Staff, we believe in making every assignment a smooth, comfortable, and empowering experience. Let’s make your next adventure your best one yet.

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