Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Job in Springfield, MO | Days (3x12)

Mercy Hospital Springfield Springfield, MO
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Registered Respiratory Therapist in Springfield, MO
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$1,866
Specialty
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Travel · Allied
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/16
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job in Springfield, MO with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Registered Respiratory Therapist contract at Mercy Hospital Springfield. This role pays $1,866 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more

In this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job in Springfield, MO and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Mercy Hospital Springfield
  • Location: Springfield, MO 65804
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (3x12)
  • EMR System: Epic

Responsibilities

  • Assess respiratory status and deliver ordered therapies, including aerosolized medications and oxygen management, across assigned units
  • Set up, monitor, and manage mechanical ventilators, supporting weaning per physician orders and facility protocol
  • Draw and analyze arterial blood gases per facility protocol
  • Respond to rapid responses and codes, providing airway support and assisting with intubation when assigned

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Registered Respiratory Therapist experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Missouri and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs Near Springfield, MO

What credentials do travel RRT jobs require?
Travel RRT jobs generally require an active NBRC RRT credential, BLS, and a state respiratory care license where required. Additional requirements may include ACLS for adult critical care, PALS for pediatrics, or an NRP provider card for neonatal care. Specialized positions may also specify NPS or ACCS as preferred or required credentials.
How much critical care experience do I need for a travel RRT assignment?
Facilities often look for recent experience working independently in the type of respiratory care environment they are staffing. For hospital assignments, that may mean a strong background in acute or critical care and confidence managing a full respiratory workload with limited orientation. Travelers should be specific about the units, acuity levels, and level of independence in their recent experience.
Can my adult RRT experience qualify me for pediatric or neonatal travel jobs?
Not automatically. Pediatric and neonatal respiratory care typically require recent experience with those patient populations in addition to the appropriate credentials. Facilities may look closely at how recently you have worked with pediatric or neonatal patients and whether that experience matches the acuity of the assignment.
What's the trauma and burn imaging caseload at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Missouri?
A Level 1 Trauma Center for adults and children and the region's only accredited Burn Center, Mercy Springfield runs high-acuity trauma and burn imaging for CT and IR techs.
Where do cath-lab techs spend their time at Mercy Hospital Springfield?
Cath-lab and cardiovascular techs handle cardiac work at the Hammons Heart Institute, recognized by the American College of Cardiology; the hospital charts on Epic.
Which neonatal and stroke work runs at Mercy Springfield?
Respiratory therapists cover a Level III NICU, behind a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center earned in 2025.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Explore Springfield, MO

Springfield, MO is a major city in southwest Missouri and an important healthcare center for the Ozarks. Local laboratory and imaging services give Allied clinicians access to diagnostic care across both hospital and outpatient settings. I-44 and US-65 connect Springfield with St. Louis, Joplin, Branson, and communities throughout the region, while Springfield-Branson National Airport adds convenient air service. The city's greenway system links parks, neighborhoods, and recreation areas through an expanding network of trails. Universities, healthcare, and regional commerce all contribute to Springfield's active city feel, while the surrounding Ozark landscape keeps lakes, wooded areas, and outdoor recreation close to the metro.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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