
Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
- Agency
- TLC Nursing & Allied
- Location
- Craig, CO
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $2,408/week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jun 18, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.89
- Weekly
- $2,408
- Yearly (full-time)
- $125,216
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $66.89/hour — 61% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Colorado ($41.45/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 Colorado right now
- 87 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 4 of them in Craig.
- Pay in these listings: $27.02 – $71.44/hour, median $64.08/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Colorado: $41.45/hour ($86,216/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($71.24/hour across 18 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 an exciting travel healthcare assignment in Craig, Colorado? TLC Nursing has a fantastic opportunity waiting for you! In this 13-week assignment, you'll be utilizing your expertise as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to deliver top-notch care to patients in need. From managing ventilators to conducting diagnostic tests, you'll play a vital role in improving respiratory health outcomes in this picturesque Colorado town. At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique needs of travel healthcare professionals like you. That's why we offer best-in-the-industry pay packages, ensuring you receive a weekly pay of $2408.06 for your hard work. Additionally, you'll be covered by a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, with medical, dental, and vision insurance kicking in on the 1st of the month after hire. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy benefits like paid time off from day one, eligibility for a 401(k) after one year of employment, and access to Aflac for additional coverage. Our referral program rewards you for bringing other healthcare professionals on board, while our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free, confidential services for you and your household via Invest EAP. TLC Nursing takes pride in our TLC Culture, founded by nurses for nurses. You can count on our 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing to make your travel assignment a seamless and rewarding experience. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) and embark on an enriching travel healthcare assignment in Craig, Colorado, apply now!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.