Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,497 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an RRT Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a night shift assignment at a Level II trauma center.

Details

• Respiratory Services department within a large hospital system
• Adult, NICU, and Peds service lines covered by respiratory staff
• Patient ratios ranging from 10 to 25
• Equipment includes GE R860 adult vents, Draeger infant/peds vents, Newport HT70 transport vent, V60 non-invasive device, Vapotherm, and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
• Cerner EMR used
• Night shift hours from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Varying weekend requirements with at least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Floating required to all critical care units and floors
• 13-week assignment length

Requirements

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required (CRTs will not be considered)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• NRP certification preferred
• North Carolina Respiratory License required if applicable
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy services across adult, NICU, and pediatric patient populations in a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and Level III NICU services
• Scrub color requirement is medium gray/pewter
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-764983. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.