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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 7, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$46.94
Weekly
$1,690
Yearly (full-time)
$87,880
Start date
December 14, 2026

This job pays about $46.94/hour — 22% 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) Jobs – Emergency Department in Cleveland, Ohio

Join a hospital respiratory care team in Cleveland, Ohio, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) providing emergency and specialized respiratory care. This travel respiratory therapist assignment offers experienced clinicians the opportunity to support acutely ill patients in a fast-paced hospital setting while collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,630–$1,750
  • Location: Cleveland, Ohio
  • Healthcare Setting: Hospital Emergency Department and respiratory services
  • Assignment Type: Travel respiratory therapy contract
  • Start Date: December 14, 2026
  • End Date: May 31, 2027
  • Contract Duration: Approximately 24 weeks
  • Schedule: Three shifts per week, totaling 36 hours
  • Shift: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
  • Weekend Coverage: As needed
  • Float Requirement: May be required to support other area hospital locations and respiratory care units

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in an acute care or hospital setting
  • Active Ohio Respiratory Therapist license in hand at the time of submission
  • Current National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential in hand at the time of submission
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in hand at the time of submission
  • Active required certifications must be provided with the application
  • Ability to work night shifts, provide weekend coverage as needed, and float when required

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients in the Emergency Department and related hospital areas
  • Assess respiratory status and implement appropriate respiratory treatments in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
  • Support emergency respiratory interventions and ongoing monitoring for acutely ill patients
  • Contribute to specialized respiratory care and neurodiagnostic service coverage
  • Document respiratory assessments, treatments, patient responses, and care plans accurately
  • Float to other designated hospital locations as needed to support safe and consistent respiratory therapy services
  • Maintain compliance with clinical, credentialing, and workplace safety requirements

Why Work in Cleveland, Ohio?

Cleveland offers a vibrant urban setting with access to renowned cultural attractions, diverse dining, waterfront recreation, and a welcoming Midwest community. This Ohio respiratory therapist job is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in a fast-paced clinical environment while working alongside experienced healthcare professionals.

Apply now for this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity in Cleveland, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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