Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,502 to $1,702 per week in Akron, OH

Registered Respiratory Therapist Location: Akron, OH Agency: Jackson HealthPros Pay: $1,502 to $1,702 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 5/4/2026 About the Position We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local hospital in Akron, OH 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 Ohio state license in good standing with the State License Board. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. Minimum one year experience as an RRT in an acute care or hospital setting. BLS certification required. Experience with mechanical ventilators, non-invasive ventilation, and invasive ventilation management. Competence with arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation, oximetry, and capnography monitoring. Experience performing tracheostomy care, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and routine pulmonary function testing. Ability to perform 12-lead EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition. Familiarity with bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy support, chest tube management, and endotracheal intubation using video laryngoscopy preferred. Ability to document respiratory care records and communicate effectively during shift-to-shift handoffs. Preferred: ACLS certification and prior experience in critical care, step-down, or trauma center environments. 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 Details Facility type: Hospital. Primary specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist. Shift: Nights. Shift pattern: Night, 3x12. Duration: 13 week assignment. Location Highlights Akron, OH provides a mix of urban and outdoor options within short drives. Akron is home to the Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens and the Akron Art Museum, both within the city limits and typically a short local commute. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park lies about 10–20 minutes south of downtown Akron and offers hiking, cycling, and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad for outdoor recreation. Downtown features the Blossom Music Center approximately 20 minutes from central Akron for summer concerts and a regional theater scene including the Akron Civic Theatre. Commute times across the metropolitan area are generally 15–30 minutes, offering a suburban lifestyle with access to urban amenities and nearby lakes and rivers for fishing and boating. Public transit options include METRO RTA bus service connecting major districts and park-and-ride locations for regional travel. Florida Jobs: Level 2 background screening is Florida's highest level of background check and is required by Section 435.04 of Florida Statues for individuals working in positions of responsibility or trust. Click here to learn more: Education & Awareness | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.