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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job – Hospital Contract in Wausau, Wisconsin

Explore a 13-week Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) travel contract in Wausau, Wisconsin, providing hospital respiratory care for pediatric and adult patients across emergency, general care, and critical care settings. Join a collaborative respiratory therapy team while enjoying scenic parks, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Wisconsin’s Northwoods.

Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,080
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• End Date: January 30, 2027
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM–7:00 AM
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend and Holiday Rotation: Every other weekend and holiday rotation
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital respiratory therapy department supporting emergency, general care, and critical care areas

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Previous travel respiratory therapist experience required
• Pediatric experience required; NICU experience preferred for night-shift assignments
• Associate degree or respiratory therapy certificate
• Active Wisconsin respiratory therapy license
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred; NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) may be accepted with RRT completion within one year
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications through AHA or ARC
• Advanced NRP is preferred and required for NICU assignments
• Strong patient assessment, communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to pediatric and adult patients across all age groups and acuity levels
• Support respiratory therapy needs in the emergency department, general care areas, and critical care settings
• Respond to rapid response events and Code Blue emergencies
• Perform patient assessments and deliver care using established assess-and-treat protocols
• Manage mechanical ventilation and provide basic and critical care respiratory therapy services
• Operate and monitor equipment including V60 BiPAP systems, Hamilton G5 and C1 ventilators, and i-STAT devices
• Document respiratory therapy care accurately in Epic
• Float to other designated care areas or nearby locations as needed, with advance notice when applicable
• Collaborate with nurses, providers, and other members of the healthcare team to promote safe, effective patient outcomes

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel contract in Wausau, Wisconsin, and join a collaborative hospital respiratory care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.