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Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist

GHR HealthcareColumbus, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Columbus, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Respiratory Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 30, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$54.44
Weekly
$1,960
Yearly (full-time)
$101,920

This job pays about $54.44/hour — 42% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Ohio ($38.42/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 Ohio right now

  • 171 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Ohio from 6 agencies, 26 of them in Columbus.
  • Pay in these listings: $14.05 – $92.33/hour, median $49.86/hour.
  • Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Ohio: $38.42/hour ($79,914/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: TLC Nursing & Allied ($54.03/hour across 14 jobs).

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Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Assignment – Pediatric Hospital in Columbus, Ohio

Join a specialized pediatric respiratory therapy team in Columbus, Ohio, for a 13-week travel RRT assignment providing advanced respiratory care in a complex-care hospital. This pediatric respiratory therapist opportunity supports neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults while offering experience with critical care, advanced respiratory equipment, and non-invasive ventilation systems. Columbus combines a welcoming community with vibrant cultural attractions, convenient urban amenities, and easy access to parks and outdoor recreation.

Respiratory Therapist Travel Job Details

  • Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Assignment Type: 13-week travel respiratory therapy assignment
  • Location: Columbus, Ohio
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,890–$2,030
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week
  • Shift: 12-hour day shifts, approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
  • Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week
  • Assignment Dates: November 23, 2026–February 22, 2027
  • Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend is generally expected, subject to scheduling and unit needs
  • Floating: Required; may include assignments to other departments, including intensive care units
  • Orientation: Approximately 36 hours

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a pediatric hospital setting; this is a required qualification
  • Current Respiratory Therapist credential and Ohio state license in hand
  • Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
  • Demonstrated experience caring for patients of all ages, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults
  • Strong pediatric critical care and complex respiratory care experience
  • Experience with tracheostomy patients and invasive and non-invasive respiratory devices
  • Required experience with Hamilton G5, Trilogy, V60, and SiPAP equipment
  • Experience with Epic or comparable electronic medical record systems is preferred
  • Ability to provide two professional references at submission, including at least one manager- or supervisor-level reference
  • Ability to float between units and adapt to changing patient-care needs

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

  • Provide respiratory assessment and treatment for patients with complex pulmonary and respiratory conditions
  • Support care for patients requiring tracheostomy management, ventilatory support, and non-invasive ventilation
  • Operate and manage equipment including Hamilton G5, Trilogy, V60, SiPAP, high-flow oxygen systems, and other advanced respiratory devices
  • Administer and monitor therapies such as continuous albuterol, nitric oxide, heliox, CPAP, BiPAP, and heated high-flow oxygen
  • Perform aerosol treatments, airway suctioning, tracheostomy care, chest physiotherapy, cough assist, and related respiratory procedures
  • Assist with intubation and provide ventilator management and monitoring
  • Interpret arterial blood gases and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to adjust respiratory interventions
  • Provide asthma education and patient and family instruction related to respiratory care
  • Collect sputum specimens and document assessments, treatments, and patient responses accurately
  • Float to other clinical areas, including intensive care units, as needed to support safe and effective patient care

Apply now for this pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio, and join a specialized healthcare team providing high-quality respiratory care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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