
Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
- Agency
- TLC Nursing & Allied
- Location
- Wellsville, NY
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $2,146/week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.61
- Weekly
- $2,146
- Yearly (full-time)
- $111,592
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $59.61/hour — 15% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in New York ($51.83/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in New York right now
- 28 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in New York from 6 agencies, 2 of them in Wellsville.
- Pay in these listings: $46.53 – $70.50/hour, median $58.22/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in New York: $51.83/hour ($107,806/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($67.25/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for travel assignments. The RRT will provide respiratory care treatments, manage ventilators, and assess patient conditions in various healthcare settings. This role requires technical expertise, critical thinking, and compassionate patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory disorders.
- Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizers, and other respiratory treatments.
- Operate and maintain ventilators and life-support equipment.
- Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Educate patients and families on respiratory health and disease management.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams.
- Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
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Certification:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS (as required per facility).
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience in respiratory care.
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Skills:
- Expertise in mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and airway management.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Travel Readiness: Willing to relocate temporarily for travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive travel pay and stipends.
- Access to advanced respiratory care technology.
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
- Flexible contracts with potential extensions.
Job Description
Are you a skilled and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist looking to take your expertise on a rewarding travel healthcare assignment? TLC Nursing has a fantastic opportunity for you in Wellsville, New York, for a 13-week assignment. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Wellsville, New York, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized care to patients with respiratory issues. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and educating both patients and their families on respiratory health management. At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique needs of healthcare professionals like you. That's why we offer best-in-the-industry pay packages, ensuring you are fairly compensated for your valuable skills. In addition, you'll receive a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, along with medical, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month after hire. We prioritize your well-being by providing paid time off that accrues from day one and becomes eligible after one year of employment, in addition to a 401(k) plan that you can access after one year and become fully vested in after five years. You'll also have access to Aflac for additional coverage, a referral program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free, confidential services for you and your household via Invest EAP. Join TLC Nursing, a company founded by nurses, and experience our TLC Culture firsthand. Benefit from 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing throughout your assignment. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to expand your career while exploring all that Wellsville, New York, has to offer. Apply now to embark on a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment with TLC Nursing.Applying is free. ReferHire lists openings from staffing agencies; when you are hired through our link, the agency may pay us a referral fee. It never reduces your pay. Never pay anyone for a job offer.