Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Shift

Location

Asheville, North Carolina

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Projected Start: July 20, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services across adult, NICU, and pediatric service lines within a large acute care hospital setting
• Operate and manage a variety of ventilators and respiratory equipment including GE R860 adult vents, Draeger infant/pediatric vents, Newport HT70 transport vents, V60 non-invasive devices, and high-flow oxygen devices (Vapotherm, Comfort Flow)
• Document patient care and clinical data accurately using Cerner EMR
• Float to all critical care units and general floor areas as needed
• Participate in rotating weekend shifts (minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule)

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential — CRTs will not be considered
• Active North Carolina Respiratory Therapy License
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an RRT
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Experience in NICU or pediatric respiratory care settings

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a high-volume, nationally recognized acute care facility that serves as a regional referral center for Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke, Level III NICU, and pediatric services
• Gain experience in one of the busiest and most diverse respiratory therapy departments in the region, supporting both adult and pediatric critical care populations