
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Cleveland, OH
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $46.94
- Weekly
- $1,690
- Yearly (full-time)
- $87,880
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- 10/19/2026
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).
Job description
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Job – Hospital Emergency Department | Cleveland, OH
Join a dynamic hospital respiratory care team in Cleveland, Ohio, as a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in a fast-paced Emergency Department. This acute care travel assignment is a great opportunity to expand your clinical experience while working in a respected healthcare hub.
Job Details
- Position Type: Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio 44195
- Setting: Hospital Emergency Department / Respiratory Services
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts
- Shift Pattern: 3 shifts per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,630 - $1,750
- Schedule Notes: Weekends as needed; floating may be required based on department needs
- Openings: 1 position available
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Active NBRC certification in hand at time of submission
- Active BLS certification in hand at time of submission
- Current Ohio RRT license in hand
- Experience in a hospital, acute care, or emergency department setting preferred
- Ability to work night shifts, weekends as needed, and adapt to float assignments
- Must be able to meet facility compliance requirements and submit all required documentation
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality respiratory care to patients in an emergency department environment
- Assess patient respiratory status and support treatment plans in collaboration with the clinical care team
- Perform and monitor respiratory therapies and diagnostic procedures as assigned
- Respond quickly to changing patient needs in a fast-paced acute care setting
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary staff
- Support patient safety, quality care standards, and smooth department workflow
- Float to additional facilities or units as needed based on operational demands
Why This Cleveland Healthcare Opportunity?
Cleveland offers a strong healthcare community, a lively urban atmosphere, and plenty to enjoy during your time off. From scenic lakefront views and historic neighborhoods to top restaurants, museums, sports, and entertainment, it’s an excellent location for professionals seeking career growth and a rewarding travel healthcare experience.
Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel job in Cleveland, Ohio, and take the next step in your respiratory therapy career.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
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