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Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist

GHR HealthcareColumbus, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Columbus, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Respiratory Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 1, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$52.50
Weekly
$1,890
Yearly (full-time)
$98,280
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
10/05/2026

This job pays about $52.50/hour — 37% 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, 25 of them in Columbus.
  • 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 Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric Hospital Assignment in Columbus, Ohio

Are you a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) looking for a pediatric respiratory therapy travel job in Columbus, Ohio? Join a highly specialized pediatric care team for a 13-week travel assignment supporting infants, children, and adolescents with complex respiratory and cardiac needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a pediatric RT who thrives in advanced clinical settings, values cross-unit collaboration, and wants to make a meaningful impact every day.

Located in the heart of Columbus healthcare, this travel assignment offers the energy of a vibrant metropolitan area with convenient access to dining, entertainment, parks, and family-friendly neighborhoods.

Job Details

  • Setting: Pediatric hospital / inpatient respiratory care
  • Assignment Type: Travel respiratory therapist job
  • Location: Columbus, Ohio
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: 10/05/2026
  • Shift: Day shift, 3x12-hour schedule (07:00 - 19:30)
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,890 - $2,030
  • Orientation: 36 hours
  • Schedule Notes: Weekend coverage required; floating to other units is expected
  • Unit Focus: Pediatric respiratory care with exposure to NICU, PICU, ED, pulmonary, and general floors
  • Environment: Care for pediatric and adolescent patients with complex respiratory and cardiac conditions

Job Requirements

  • Current Ohio Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in hand
  • BLS and PALS certifications required
  • At least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required; 2 years preferred
  • Some NICU experience required; limited NICU experience will be considered
  • Experience with pediatric and critical care respiratory support strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with Epic charting preferred
  • Ability to provide 2 professional references, including at least 1 manager or supervisor
  • Comfortable floating across multiple units as needed
  • Must be able to support a high-acuity patient population and adapt quickly to changing clinical needs
  • Strong experience with respiratory equipment and therapies, including ventilator management and advanced pediatric modalities

Responsibilities

  • Deliver respiratory care to infants, children, and adolescents with complex medical needs
  • Perform and support advanced respiratory therapies, including aerosol treatments, CPAP/BiPAP, tracheostomy care, suctioning, and airway support
  • Assist with intubation and manage ventilator-related therapies as clinically appropriate
  • Support care for patients with congenital or acquired heart disease, heart failure, transplant history, and trach/vent dependence
  • Provide care using specialized equipment and modalities such as V60, HFOV, SiPAP, nitric oxide, IPV, and Metaneb
  • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to support safe, effective patient outcomes
  • Float to general floors, ED, NICU, PICU, and pulmonary units based on staffing needs
  • Maintain accurate documentation and follow established clinical protocols
  • Respond confidently in a high-acuity pediatric environment with professionalism and flexibility

Apply now to join a leading pediatric healthcare team in Columbus, Ohio and take the next step in your travel respiratory therapy career.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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