Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Step into the role of a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the heart of California Los Angeles where your clinical expertise breathes life into patient recovery and elevates the standard of care across diverse hospital settings. As a dedicated RRT youll leverage ventilator management airway clearance and advanced respiratory therapies to empower patients on their journey toward stability and independence. This is your chance to shape outcomes in a city that blends cutting-edge medicine with cultural vibrancy while also enjoying the iconic landscapes of the Golden State during downtime. Begin this impactful assignment on February 16 2026 as a contract engagement designed to span multiple weeks offering flexibility and opportunities to extend based on mutual fit. Your weekly compensation will be competitive with an estimated range of $1804 to $1855 reflecting the expertise you bring to bedside care protocol optimization and interprofessional collaboration.

Location Benefits: Working in Los Angeles puts you at the epicenter of renowned medical facilities interdisciplinary teamwork and high-acuity respiratory care. Youll collaborate with pulmonologists intensivists and critical care teams in stateoftheart units from ICU to stepdown floors where your decisions can shorten ventilation times enhance weaning trajectories and improve patient comfort. LAs dynamic healthcare scene means exposure to a broad spectrum of respiratory conditions including postoperative support COPD management neuromuscular ventilation and acute respiratory failure. Beyond the hospital Californias allure awaitssunlit beaches coastal adventures scenic drives along the Pacific and a rich tapestry of arts cuisine and outdoor exploration. While this home base is Los Angeles the opportunity to work in varied U.S. locations under similar programs may arise offering you diverse clinical experiences across different patient populations and settings.

Role Specifics and Benefits: In this Respiratory Therapist role you will perform comprehensive patient assessments initiate and adjust ventilator settings monitor blood gas analyses and coordinate weaning strategies in collaboration with physicians and nurses. You will implement oxygen therapy airway clearance techniques bronchodilator therapies humidification and aerosol treatments tailoring plans to individual needs. Youll participate in pulmonary hygiene programs chest physiotherapy and noninvasive ventilation protocols while supporting rapid response teams with your critical thinking and action-oriented care. The position emphasizes professional growth within the RRT specialty with access to continuing education casebased mentorship and opportunities to deepen expertise in areas such as advanced ventilator modes anesthesia support and specialized respiratory therapies. Competitive benefits are central to the package including a signon bonus housing assistance to ease transition to a new city and the potential for contract extensions that align with clinical demand and your career goals. Youll receive comprehensive support from a dedicated travel team including 24/7 assistance while traveling with the company to ensure smooth housing credentialing shift coordination and urgent needs are met. Youll have steady collaboration with a supportive network of clinicians and case managers who share a commitment to excellence in patient care and professional development. The role also emphasizes safe practice evidence-based decision-making and adherence to guidelines with constructive feedback and performance reviews designed to help you advance within the respiratory therapy field.

Company Values: Our organization is built on empowering staff to take ownership of their clinical contributions and to advance along clearly defined career pathways. We prioritize a nurturing team-first culture where curiosity is encouraged and continued learning is supported by access to educational resources certifications and leadership development programs. Youll join a community that values compassionate patient care open communication and a balanced approach to work life recognizing that your professional fulfillment translates to better patient outcomes and stronger teams. The company commits to creating a welcoming environment that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences while maintaining rigorous clinical standards and safety practices. This is more than a contractits a pathway to meaningful growth within a trusted network of healthcare professionals.

Call to Action: If youre a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist ready to impact patients in Los Angeles and beyond we invite you to apply and explore the opportunity to join a company that recognizes your expertise supports your development and values your contributions. Embrace a role that pairs advanced respiratory care with a culture of growth resilience and teamwork. Begin your next chapter with uswhere your skillset elevates patient outcomes your career progresses and your professional journey thrives in an environment that cares as much about you as it does about the patients you serve.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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• Competitive weekly pay
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