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Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT

Trinity Health · Silvis, IL · $32.22–$35.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

The posting asks for adult, NICU and PICU experience. Tell me about your experience in each.

What they are checking: Real hands-on range across populations, since a floating therapist must handle all three.

Tell me about a time you had to work independently without much support.

What they are checking: Confidence and judgment when acting alone, which the posting expects.

How do you build working relationships with staff when you're only on a unit for a short time?

What they are checking: Quick trust building, which a floating therapist needs to work safely.

Tell me about a time you took on a new responsibility you hadn't done before.

What they are checking: The agility and willingness to take on new work that the posting names.

What would you do

You float to a hospital with a ventilator brand you haven't used. How do you get comfortable fast?

What they are checking: A practical approach to unfamiliar equipment without guessing at settings.

How do you follow AARC guidelines when a hospital's local protocol is different?

What they are checking: Respecting local policy while practicing to professional standards.

About the work

Walk me through how you manage a neonate on high-frequency ventilation.

What they are checking: Advanced neonatal respiratory knowledge that many therapists lack.

How would you handle a pediatric patient in severe asthma who isn't improving with treatment?

What they are checking: Escalation steps in pediatric respiratory distress and knowing when to call for help.

How do you prepare for an extubation, and what do you watch afterward?

What they are checking: Safe extubation practice and recognizing post-extubation failure early.

What do you do to make sure your documentation is complete in a system you're new to?

What they are checking: Attention to accurate records even when the charting system is unfamiliar.

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The full job description

As published by Trinity Health.

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: Position Purpose: Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT’s are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available! What you will do: • Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions • Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines. • Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area • Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes • Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes • Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities • Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities Minimum Qualifications: • 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist • Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner -Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible. • Current RRT credential . • Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state you are working . • Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values. • Analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs. • Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment. Position Highlights and Benefits: • Premium Pay • Flexible Scheduling • Travel and Per Diem opportunities available • Variety of Practice Settings • DailyPay available • Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment • Opportunity to participate in 403B program ​ Ministry Information: • FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life. • FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. • You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice! ​ Pay Range: $32.22-$35.00 per hour + Tax Free Allowance if Qualified or $60 per hour for local Actual compensation offered will be within the range stated above but vary based on factors including experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, and certification requirements, as well as comparisons to current colleagues in similar roles. Trinity Health Benefits Summary - All FirstChoice clinical Colleagues are PRN Status. Please refer to page 2 of the Benefit Summary Job Details: Location: MercyOne Genesis Silvis Medical Center Start Date: ASAP Weeks: 13 Hours: 3x12 Shift: Days Gross Weekly Rate: $2160.00 Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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