Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric Cardiac ICU in Columbus, Ohio

Join a high-acuity pediatric cardiac critical care team as a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Columbus, Ohio. Make a meaningful impact caring for critically ill infants, children, adolescents, and select adult patients in a pediatric cardiac ICU and stepdown environment. This travel respiratory therapy assignment offers the opportunity to manage complex cardiac and pulmonary cases while collaborating with an experienced multidisciplinary healthcare team. Columbus is a vibrant, welcoming city known for its diverse neighborhoods, excellent dining, cultural attractions, parks, and convenient access to outdoor recreation.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,890-$2,030
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; approximately 36 hours weekly
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, subject to unit needs and approved time off
• Call: May be placed on call for overtime shifts
• Orientation: 36 hours
• Floating: Required to assigned areas including general floors, Emergency Department, NICU, PICU, and pulmonary services

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Active Ohio respiratory care license in hand at the time of submission
• At least 1 year of recent respiratory therapy experience; approximately 2 years preferred
• Current BLS and PALS certifications
• Recent pediatric hospital and pediatric cardiac ICU experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Demonstrated competency in pediatric critical care and the management of complex cardiopulmonary patients
• Required experience with V60, HFOV 3100A/B, nitric oxide, and Servo-U ventilators
• Ability to provide two professional references at submission, including at least one manager- or supervisor-level reference
• Willingness to float between clinical areas based on patient and staffing needs
• Must meet travel assignment eligibility requirements; local candidates within a 60-mile radius are not eligible

Pediatric Cardiac Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients with congenital or acquired heart disease
• Support patients with heart failure, heart and lung transplants, VAD/ECMO, tracheostomy and ventilator dependence, and preoperative or postoperative needs
• Assess respiratory status, interpret arterial blood gases, and implement individualized respiratory treatment plans
• Manage invasive and noninvasive ventilation, including CPAP, BiPAP, HFNC, pressure/volume ventilation, and high-frequency oscillatory ventilation
• Provide tracheostomy care, airway suctioning, pulmonary hygiene, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator troubleshooting
• Assist with intubation and extubation procedures and support airway management during critical events
• Administer aerosolized and inhaled therapies, including bronchodilators, nitric oxide, and other prescribed treatments
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support safe, high-quality patient care
• Float to designated units as needed while maintaining strong clinical performance and adaptability
• Accurately document respiratory assessments, interventions, and patient responses in Epic

Apply now for this pediatric cardiac critical care travel respiratory therapy opportunity in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.