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Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist

GHR HealthcareCleveland, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Cleveland, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Respiratory Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 14, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$45.28
Weekly
$1,630
Yearly (full-time)
$84,760
Start date
November 16, 2026

This job pays about $45.28/hour — 18% 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).

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Job description

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital Contract in Cleveland, Ohio

Apply now for a 13-week travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) contract in Cleveland, Ohio. Bring your respiratory therapy expertise to a hospital-based assignment and provide high-quality patient care on an overnight schedule. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced RRT seeking Cleveland healthcare jobs, competitive weekly pay, and a structured 12-hour night schedule. Cleveland offers a vibrant healthcare community, access to Lake Erie, diverse neighborhoods, and a rich mix of cultural, dining, and recreational experiences.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,630–$1,750
  • Location: Cleveland, Ohio
  • Healthcare Setting: Hospital respiratory care department
  • Start Date: November 16, 2026
  • End Date: February 15, 2027
  • Contract Duration: 13-week travel respiratory therapy contract
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12-hour nights, approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
  • Weekends: As needed
  • Additional Scheduling: May float to nearby hospitals or respiratory care locations in the Cleveland area as needed

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Current Ohio Registered Respiratory Therapist license, active and in hand at the time of submission
  • Active NBRC credential, in hand at the time of submission
  • Current Basic Life Support certification, active and in hand at the time of submission
  • Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends as needed, and float within the Cleveland-area healthcare network
  • All required certifications and professional credentials must be active; copies may be requested during the application process
  • Completion of required background, health, drug screening, and onboarding requirements

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, compassionate respiratory care to hospitalized patients
  • Perform respiratory assessments, treatments, therapies, and monitoring according to clinical standards
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
  • Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate findings promptly
  • Accurately document respiratory care, patient responses, and treatment outcomes
  • Support hospital respiratory care department operations by floating to assigned locations when needed
  • Follow hospital policies, infection-prevention practices, and all applicable respiratory care regulations

Apply now to join a Cleveland, Ohio healthcare team as a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist and bring your clinical expertise to this hospital contract.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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