Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - 26-01518


Healthcare - Upstate NY - Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, New York
Locations: Syracuse, Cicero, De Witt, Utica
Posted On: February 12, 2026
Last Day to Apply: February 26, 2026
Pay: From $57.00 per hour

Job Title: Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location - Syracuse, NY

Shift: Days – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM


Position Summary

Seeking a skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide high-quality respiratory care in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, the ability to work independently, and experience managing diverse cardiopulmonary conditions.


Candidate Requirements

  • Must reside outside a 100-mile radius

  • Pediatric experience preferred

  • No block scheduling available

  • Candidates working multiple travel assignments simultaneously will not be considered


Required Qualifications

  • Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy

  • Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration

  • Minimum 2 years of post-degree acute care clinical experience

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Successful completion of pre-employment health clearance


Key Responsibilities

Respiratory Therapy & Oxygen Management

  • Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapies

  • Initiate and monitor oxygen therapy

Ventilatory Support & Critical Care

  • Assist physicians with initiation and maintenance of continuous ventilation

  • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Diagnostic & Clinical Procedures

  • Perform pulmonary function testing

  • Conduct radial arterial punctures


Clinical Expectations

  • Deliver comprehensive respiratory care with minimal supervision

  • Perform the majority of patient care functions required in an acute care setting

  • Adapt effectively to varying patient acuity and workload demands

For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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