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RT Respiratory Therapist Traveler - McKeesport, PA - Days

Vibra Healthcare logoVibra Healthcare~$45–$65/hrtypicalMcKeesport, PAPosted 3w ago
  • Days
  • BLS
  • ACLS

How this pay compares

Open travel respiratory therapist assignments post a median of $2,062 a week, the middle half $1,828 to $2,240, across 642 assignments. Staff pay is hourly and carries no stipends, so it is not set beside it.

Travel nurse pay by specialty and state

About the job

Facility Type

Long Term Acute Care

Overview

Unlike working for agency after agency, with our travel program, you get to work for a company:

  • Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment
  • Local and Non-local positions available
  • Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable)
  • No pay cuts mid-contract
  • Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!)
  • License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license is required
  • Your pick of assignments at partner facilities from various health systems across the country

Responsibilities

Position Summary

Responsible for providing efficient, quality-oriented patient care within the scope of the department's

policy/procedure manual. Performs support activities such as equipment maintenance, changes, inventory, and

sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of

respiratory disease and/or illness.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program required.
  • Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory
  • Therapist in the state of employment required.
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

  • One (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred.
  • Ability to project a professional image.
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
  • Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
  • Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
  • Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
  • Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Certificates, Licensures, Registrations

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required. Documented proof of obtained degrees for regulatory compliance purposes. Current BLS and ACLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Per Federal Health Care Worker Vaccine Requirements, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption. Anyone hired by the company must provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccine before they can begin employment or request and be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption. Unvaccinated employees on an approved exemption must submit to weekly COVID-19 testing and wear a respirator at all times while in the facility. Some states and locations require increased frequency testing pursuant to state regulations.

To find out more information or check out our website at https://www.vibratravels.com

Our recruitment team wants to get to know you. Share your passion! Please complete our online application and submit your resume for immediate consideration.

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Participating employers must display the E-Verify Participation and Department of Justice, Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) Right to Work posters to inform their current and prospective employees of their legal rights and protections.

As an employee of Vibra Travel’s, you will be eligible to enroll in Medical and Prescription benefits once you meet the eligibility requirements outlined by the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

From Vibra Healthcare's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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