
Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
- Agency
- TLC Nursing & Allied
- Location
- Cleveland, OH
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $2,353/week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jul 1, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.36
- Weekly
- $2,353
- Yearly (full-time)
- $122,356
This job pays about $65.36/hour — 70% 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
- 146 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Ohio from 5 agencies, 75 of them in Cleveland.
- Pay in these listings: $25.00 – $92.33/hour, median $52.63/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Ohio: $38.42/hour ($79,914/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($54.22/hour across 42 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? TLC Nursing has an exciting 13-week travel healthcare assignment in the vibrant city of Cleveland, Ohio, offering a weekly pay of $2353.0. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) at this esteemed facility in Cleveland, Ohio, you will be responsible for providing specialized care to patients with respiratory issues. Your expertise as a Registered Respiratory Therapist will be crucial in assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and administering respiratory therapies to improve their overall well-being. Join our team and experience the TLC Culture! We are nurse-founded, offering 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing to ensure your comfort and success during your travel healthcare assignment. In addition to this rewarding opportunity, TLC Nursing provides Best in the Industry Pay Packages and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a $25,000 Life Insurance Policy effective from Day One, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance available starting the 1st of the month after hire, Paid Time Off starting from Day 1, 401(k) eligibility after 1 year of employment, Aflac options for purchase, a Referral Program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free, confidential services for you and your household. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your career while exploring all that Cleveland, Ohio, has to offer. Apply now and take the next step in your journey as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on this 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.