Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,702 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Detroit, Michigan.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 06/01/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: TravelWe're hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you'll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.Minimum Requirements:Associate or bachelor's degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.Current state license in good standing with the State License Board for Michigan.Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.Minimum one year clinical experience as an RRT, including experience with mechanical ventilation management and ventilator setup/self-test.BLS certification required. ACLS preferred.Experience performing arterial puncture, oximetry and capnography monitoring, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, tracheal), and tracheostomy care.Proven ability to perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and pulmonary function testing (NIF, VC, etc.).Demonstrated competency with invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment and oxygen/aerosol delivery devices.Experience assisting with bronchoscopic, chest tube and percutaneous trach procedures preferred.Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines and to document therapies and patient response in clinical records.Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.Assignment DetailsFacility Type: Hospital.Primary Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist.Shift Name: Nights.Shift Pattern: Nights, 3x12.Assignment Duration: 13 Week assignment.Positions Available: 1.Location HighlightsDetroit, MI offers a mix of urban culture and waterfront recreation. The city sits on the Detroit River and provides riverfront parks and the Dequindre Cut urban trail within a short commute of downtown. The Detroit Institute of Arts and the Motown Museum are major cultural landmarks roughly 5–10 miles from central hospital districts, supporting an urban lifestyle with museum, music, and dining options. Belle Isle Park and the Detroit Riverwalk offer outdoor recreation and waterfront views within minutes of the city center, suitable for those seeking occasional outdoor or active leisure. Transit options include the QLINE streetcar along Woodward Avenue and multiple regional expressways providing convenient access to nearby suburban communities and major sporting venues.Jackson HealthPros Job ID #443642. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.About Jackson HealthProsJackson HealthProsTM provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare's "Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthProsTM is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we'll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthProsTM is part of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies.