
Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
- Agency
- TLC Nursing & Allied
- Location
- Covington, GA
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $1,903/week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 11, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.86
- Weekly
- $1,903
- Yearly (full-time)
- $98,956
This job pays about $52.86/hour — 31% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Georgia ($40.24/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 Georgia right now
- 91 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Georgia from 7 agencies.
- Pay in these listings: $32.86 – $61.69/hour, median $44.37/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Georgia: $40.24/hour ($83,699/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($45.28/hour across 7 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 Registered Respiratory Therapist seeking a new adventure in Covington, Georgia? TLC Nursing is offering a 12-week travel healthcare assignment just for you! As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on this assignment, you will play a crucial role in assessing, treating, and caring for patients with breathing disorders. Your expertise as a Registered Respiratory Therapist will be instrumental in providing top-notch care to individuals in need in the heart of Georgia. In this role, you will work closely with healthcare teams to develop and implement respiratory care plans, conduct diagnostic tests, monitor patients' progress, and educate both patients and their families on respiratory health management. At TLC Nursing, we pride ourselves on our TLC Culture, which ensures that our team members receive 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing. We are nurse-founded, putting your needs and professional growth at the forefront of everything we do. Join us in Covington and enjoy a competitive weekly pay of $1903.0, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Best in the Industry Pay Packages - $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire - Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law) - 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years - Aflac – Available for employee purchase - Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals - EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP If you are ready to take on a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Covington, Georgia, apply now and take the next step in your career 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.