Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics - Charlotte, North Carolina. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide specialized respiratory care exclusively to pediatric patients at a dedicated childrens hospital. The role involves working nights in a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, supporting a dynamic team in a teaching environment.
Job Details
- Position: Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics
- Shift Time: Nights (Shift hours: 6:45 PM 7:15 AM or 6:45 PM 7:15 AM)
- Schedule: Every 6 weeks, with weekend rotation every other week, working a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) with at least 2 years of pediatric Respiratory Therapy experience from the past 5 years, including ventilator experience with IPPV/NIPPV, and certifications in BLS, PALS, and ACLS; valid drivers license and insurance may be required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ED, ICU, PICU, or CVICU pediatric units, and prior exposure to EMR systems such as EPIC (testing out of EPIC is required for faster onboarding).
- Patient Types/Diagnoses: Care for pediatric patients, including neonates and children, with diagnoses relevant to pediatric respiratory needs.
- Support Within Department: Respiratory leadership available within the department.
- Technology/Equipment: Use of ventilators (IPPV/NIPPV); additional equipment details to be discussed during interview.
- Float: LCH respiratory therapists will not be floated to another facility due to specialty needs.
- Orientation: 3 days of onboarding, including computer training, equipment familiarization, and facility walk-through; if experienced with multiple ICU environments, orientation includes one day in each unit.
- Scheduling: Nights, with weekend rotation and holiday work expected at 75%. Up to six days of RTO (absence) approved, excluding holidays.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1287908. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
