Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

Travel Respiratory Therapist – Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Location

Blacksburg, VA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift | Three 12-hour shifts per week, every other weekend | Projected Start: 08/17/2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services across a 76-bed facility including a 10-bed ICU, 30-bed CMU, 36-bed Medical/Surgical unit, and Emergency Department
• Operate and manage ventilators including PB840s, PB980s, Philips V60s, and Hamilton C-1s
• Document patient care accurately using the MEDITECH documentation system
• Deliver core respiratory therapy (RT core) competencies in alignment with unit standards
• Adhere to scheduling requirements of three 12-hour night shifts per week with every other weekend rotation

Required Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• PALS certification preferred
• NRP certification preferred
• Experience working in a Level 3 trauma, Magnet-designated, or stroke-ready facility

Why Join Us

• Highly engaged staff and leadership with a strong facility culture — many travelers extend their assignments or return for additional placements
• Facility recognized for one of the highest employee engagement scores and located near the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains with abundant outdoor activities