Local Contract Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $60 per hour
American Traveler is seeking a local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Aspen, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 06/15/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Local Contract
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week night shift contract, requiring at least 2 years of well-rounded RT experience with a diverse patient population.
Details- Hospital setting serving emergency, inpatient, and outpatient populations
- Patient population ranges from newborns to geriatric patients
- Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures and delivers all modalities of respiratory care from basic to advanced
- Night shift: 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM
- 13-week contract
- Unrestricted CO Respiratory Therapist (RT) license required, or ability to obtain prior to start date — license required if applicable
- Minimum 2 years of well-rounded RT experience with a diverse patient population
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (Advanced Provider)
- NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred
- Experience with high-risk deliveries and neonates preferred
- Epic EMR experience preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
- Must be physically able to safely function in a high-altitude, low-oxygen environment (approximately 8,000 ft elevation)
- DOB and SSN required for consideration
- Provide respiratory care to patients across all hospital areas, including the ED, inpatient units, and outpatient settings
- No RTO (time off requests) will be accepted for this assignment
- The position is located in a high-altitude area; candidates must be prepared to work in a low-oxygen environment at approximately 8,000 ft elevation
- Housing in the immediate area is extremely competitive and expensive — travelers are encouraged to explore options in nearby towns such as Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs
American Traveler Job ID #P-712346L. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.