Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
Cleveland, OH
Contracted
MetroHealth Medical Center
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal role as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Cleveland, Ohio, where your expertise will directly elevate patient outcomes across diverse clinical settings. This travel assignment invites you to apply advanced respiratory care techniques, intervene confidently during critical moments, and partner with physicians, nurses, and therapists to design precise care plans. You’ll assess patients’ respiratory status, optimize ventilator settings, perform airway clearance therapies, administer prescribed therapies, monitor ABGs, and respond promptly to deteriorations with clear communication and calm leadership. Your contributions will not only stabilize and improve individual lives but also strengthen the overall care trajectory for families and teams alike. In this specialty, your impact is lasting, your growth is continuous, and your professional journey can unfold in dynamic environments that challenge and inspire you every day. Ohio welcomes you with a sense of community, professional respect, and a tradition of collaborative, patient-centered care.
Separately, Ohio’s beauty and opportunities deserve note. From the shimmering shoreline along Lake Erie to the rolling green valleys of the state’s parks, Ohio offers accessible natural exploration and vibrant urban experiences. Cleveland itself blends world-class culture with approachable living: renowned museums, a thriving food scene, passionate sports culture, and neighborhoods that invite discovery. In your downtime, you’ll have chances to enjoy lakeside sunsets, scenic trails, and a calendar full of arts, music, and events. This environment supports a balanced life where professional purpose and personal enrichment reinforce one another, making your assignment not just a career step, but a memorable chapter.
Location Benefits: Working in Cleveland combines access to top-tier healthcare facilities, robust professionally led teams, and a community-oriented setting that values your expertise. The region offers a reasonable cost of living, reliable transportation, and opportunities to immerse yourself in diverse patient populations. For travel clinicians, there is also the potential to broaden your experience across the United States, encountering different hospital cultures, acuity levels, and respiratory care technologies. You’ll build a versatile resume as you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, share best practices, and contribute to standardized protocols that enhance patient safety and outcomes. The assignment also provides the chance to engage with local continuing education options, professional networking, and leadership experiences that pave the way for future advancement.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Key responsibilities include comprehensive respiratory assessment, ventilator management and weaning, airway clearance therapies, administration of prescribed medications, optimization of oxygen delivery, arterial blood gas interpretation, and meticulous documentation. You’ll participate in rounds, contribute to care plans, and ensure evidence-based practices are followed.
- You’ll drive professional growth within the Registered Respiratory Therapist specialty by applying advanced techniques, learning new devices, and collaborating across units such as ICU, step-down, and post-anesthesia care. The role emphasizes critical thinking, rapid problem solving, and proactive patient education.
- Competitive benefits accompany the assignment, including a weekly pay range of $1,889-$1,947, with comprehensive coverage options and access to a housing assistance program. You’ll have the opportunity for contract extension based on performance and unit needs, enabling continuity of care and ongoing development.
- The position supports you with robust, round-the-clock assistance. Traveling professionals receive 24/7 support from a dedicated team, ensuring smooth logistics, issue resolution, credentialing help, and real-time guidance during transitions between assignments.
- Additional professional perks may include sign-on or completion bonuses, opportunities to broaden scope of practice, and exposure to diverse patient populations that enhance clinical acumen and leadership potential.
Company Values: Our partner organization is committed to empowering its respiratory care staff through transparent career pathways, ongoing education, and a collaborative work environment. You’ll find mentorship, peer support, and opportunities to lead quality improvement initiatives. The culture centers on recognizing your expertise, investing in your growth, and fostering a supportive atmosphere where you can thrive as a clinician, educator, and colleague.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to elevate your impact as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, seize this opportunity to join a company that values your contributions and prioritizes professional development. Start your Cleveland assignment on 01/11/2026, with the potential for extension and continued advancement across the U.S.—and bring your care, compassion, and expertise to patients who rely on you every day. Apply now to begin a fulfilling, purpose-driven chapter that blends clinical excellence with personal and professional growth.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Separately, Ohio’s beauty and opportunities deserve note. From the shimmering shoreline along Lake Erie to the rolling green valleys of the state’s parks, Ohio offers accessible natural exploration and vibrant urban experiences. Cleveland itself blends world-class culture with approachable living: renowned museums, a thriving food scene, passionate sports culture, and neighborhoods that invite discovery. In your downtime, you’ll have chances to enjoy lakeside sunsets, scenic trails, and a calendar full of arts, music, and events. This environment supports a balanced life where professional purpose and personal enrichment reinforce one another, making your assignment not just a career step, but a memorable chapter.
Location Benefits: Working in Cleveland combines access to top-tier healthcare facilities, robust professionally led teams, and a community-oriented setting that values your expertise. The region offers a reasonable cost of living, reliable transportation, and opportunities to immerse yourself in diverse patient populations. For travel clinicians, there is also the potential to broaden your experience across the United States, encountering different hospital cultures, acuity levels, and respiratory care technologies. You’ll build a versatile resume as you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, share best practices, and contribute to standardized protocols that enhance patient safety and outcomes. The assignment also provides the chance to engage with local continuing education options, professional networking, and leadership experiences that pave the way for future advancement.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Key responsibilities include comprehensive respiratory assessment, ventilator management and weaning, airway clearance therapies, administration of prescribed medications, optimization of oxygen delivery, arterial blood gas interpretation, and meticulous documentation. You’ll participate in rounds, contribute to care plans, and ensure evidence-based practices are followed.
- You’ll drive professional growth within the Registered Respiratory Therapist specialty by applying advanced techniques, learning new devices, and collaborating across units such as ICU, step-down, and post-anesthesia care. The role emphasizes critical thinking, rapid problem solving, and proactive patient education.
- Competitive benefits accompany the assignment, including a weekly pay range of $1,889-$1,947, with comprehensive coverage options and access to a housing assistance program. You’ll have the opportunity for contract extension based on performance and unit needs, enabling continuity of care and ongoing development.
- The position supports you with robust, round-the-clock assistance. Traveling professionals receive 24/7 support from a dedicated team, ensuring smooth logistics, issue resolution, credentialing help, and real-time guidance during transitions between assignments.
- Additional professional perks may include sign-on or completion bonuses, opportunities to broaden scope of practice, and exposure to diverse patient populations that enhance clinical acumen and leadership potential.
Company Values: Our partner organization is committed to empowering its respiratory care staff through transparent career pathways, ongoing education, and a collaborative work environment. You’ll find mentorship, peer support, and opportunities to lead quality improvement initiatives. The culture centers on recognizing your expertise, investing in your growth, and fostering a supportive atmosphere where you can thrive as a clinician, educator, and colleague.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to elevate your impact as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, seize this opportunity to join a company that values your contributions and prioritizes professional development. Start your Cleveland assignment on 01/11/2026, with the potential for extension and continued advancement across the U.S.—and bring your care, compassion, and expertise to patients who rely on you every day. Apply now to begin a fulfilling, purpose-driven chapter that blends clinical excellence with personal and professional growth.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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