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Traveling as an RRT with LRS Healthcare

At LRS Healthcare, our expert recruiters act as your personal career coach to ensure you get only the best RRT or CRT travel job based on your professional and personal preferences.

Traveling as a healthcare professional presents opportunities and fulfillment perm jobs can’t. There are thousands of respiratory care jobs nationwide in facilities that desperately need someone with your skillset. It’s time you gain control over your healthcare career, and a temporary travel assignment can give you that freedom.

Browse travel RRT jobs with LRS Healthcare and apply today to get started. A recruiter will be in touch to help you with the final application and job details while working to get you the job of your dreams!

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What to Expect

Applying for RRT Travel Jobs

Before starting a healthcare travel assignment as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, get the process started by applying. Once we’ve received your information, a recruiter will get in touch with you to finalize your application and discuss your vision in hopes to get you placed in the job of your dreams. Once all documents, credentialing, and background checks are completed, if an offer is made, you can then sign your contract and prepare for your next travel adventure!

Download the Complete Checklist for Every New Healthcare Travel Assignment.

The Perks

of Traveling as an RRT

As a traveling medical professional, you’re essentially your own boss. Our team is here to help you find the perfect balance of work and life adventures giving you freedom, adventure, and opportunities to learn and grow as an RRT.

Additional perks include:

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Excellent Weekly Pay

Excellent Weekly Pay

Excellent weekly pay from LRS HealthcareCompetitive pay packages and weekly payroll you can count on. Apply Now!

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Explore New Cities

Explore New Cities

Explore new cities as a Healthcare Traveler with LRS Healthcare Adventure is calling! Let's Go!

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Fun and Flexible Lifestyle

Fun and Flexible Lifestyle

Have a Fun and Flexible Lifestyle with LRS HealthcareWhat are you waiting for? Apply Now!

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On-the-Job Experiences

On-the-Job Experiences

Gain On-The-Job Experiences with LRS HealthcareLike no other. Get started!

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Professional Growth

Professional Growth

Build Professional Growth with LRS HealthcareYour future is waiting. Let's Go!

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Extended Time Off Between Assignments

Extended Time Off Between Assignments

Enjoy Extended Time Off Between Assignments with LRS HealthcareYou deserve it! We'll be here, when you're ready.

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Meet New People

Meet New People

Meet New People with LRS HealthcaeBuild lifelong friendships. Start Now!

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24-Hour Support

24-Hour Support

LRS is here for you 24-7We’re here for you whenever you need us, day or night. Your recruiter and our entire team is just a call, text, or email away. Apply Now!

With all of this change and excitement, it may take some time to get comfortable in your new job and location. Don’t worry this is expected and your recruiter will be there at every step of your journey!
Learn more about travel opportunities for Cardiopulmonary Professionals.

Frequently

Asked Questions

What are the requirements to travel as an RRT or CRT?

01. To be considered as a healthcare traveler, be sure your licenses and certifications are up to date. The required licenses may vary depending on the state in which you work a travel assignment. While not always required, you’ll have a leg up if you have a minimum of 2 years of on-the-job experience.
How do I get started as a travel RRT or CRT?

02. Determine which healthcare staffing agency you want to work with, then apply for a job! At LRS Healthcare, our recruiters take pride in listening to your requests and finding you the best RRT or CRT travel job that not only pays well but is in a city that matches your interests.
How much will I be paid to travel as an RRT or CRT?

03. To put it simply, pay packages vary by job, facility as well as per agency. A healthcare traveler pay package could be advertised online before or after taxes, including travel or housing stipends, etc. These variables affect what your take home pay could be and could potentially be different from what agencies display online. To ensure accuracy, your LRS Healthcare recruiter will outline your personalized pay package with you, so you know what to expect on your weekly pay stub.
How long are RRT travel assignments?

04. A standard allied healthcare assignment is 13 weeks, though facility requirements may vary. No matter the length of your commitment, if you’ve found a job and place you enjoy, you can always request an extension.
24/7/365 Benefits

Beyond-Your-Basic Benefits

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Insurance

Insurance

Employee Insurance Programs with LRS Healthcare Enjoy affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as life and disability insurance options. Insurance plans start the first day of your contract. Apply Now!

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Housing

Housing

Safe affordable housing.We will help you find furnished housing or opt to take our generous stipend. Let's Get Started!

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Licensure Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

LRS offers licensure reimbursementWe’ll cover the cost for new state licenses needed to take an assignment with us. Apply Now!

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Certification Reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

LRS offers education reimbursementLRS Healthcare will pay for any necessary certifications for your travel assignment.
Apply Now!

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401(k)

401(k)

LRS Healthcare offers a company match for 401(k) Take advantage of our company-matching 401(k) program after one year and become fully vested with your first contribution. Apply Now!

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Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

LRS Healthcare offers a referral bonusRefer a friend to LRS and you’ll earn a $500 referral bonus ($400 LPNs and $300 CNAs) after they complete their first six weeks with us. Refer A Friend!

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24-Hour Support

24-Hour Support

LRS is here for you 24-7We’re here for you whenever you need us, day or night. Your recruiter and our entire team is just a call, text, or email away. Apply Now!

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Why Choose LRS Healthcare?

Your success is our priority. That’s why we make the traveler experience easy, so you can spend more time living your life and caring for your patients. Here are just a few more reasons to travel with us.

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Traveler First: You’re never just a number to us. We take the time to learn about you, including your career goals and desired destinations. Your recruiter will guide you from one assignment to the next and be your advocate throughout your journey with us.

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Responsive: Submit your online application, and we’ll be in touch right away. Once we’ve gotten to know you and matched you to an ideal position, we’ll work together to collect the rest of the details.

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Full Service: Along with your recruiter, you’ll have access to our dedicated operations and traveler experience teams. They help take care of all the details to make your assignment the very best it can be. You won’t go it alone—you can contact us any time, 24/7/365.

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