Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,992 per week

Jackson HealthPros 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: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We’re hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a hospital in Asheville, NC. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. The role supports acute care services including trauma, stroke, neonatal intensive care, pediatric care, cardiac and surgical programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• Current North Carolina respiratory care license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Minimum one year of experience as an RRT in an acute care hospital setting.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with ventilator management and advanced airway care preferred.
• Experience in Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke center, or neonatal intensive care environments preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS or PALS certification preferred.
• Familiarity with interventional cardiology, open heart post-operative care, or pediatric respiratory care preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 06:30 - 19:00.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. The benefits package begins on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with our organization you will have opportunities for clinical growth and stability while impacting patient care across communities. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts with benefits and relocation assistance when applicable.

Location Highlights

Asheville offers access to both urban and outdoor amenities within short drives. The city is adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway and within 30 minutes of Pisgah National Forest, providing hiking and waterfall access. Downtown Asheville features the River Arts District and the Biltmore Estate located on 8,000 acres, and is approximately a 20-minute drive to regional medical centers and major dining and craft brewery districts. The area supports an outdoor, cultural, and suburban lifestyle with direct access to scenic drives and year-round recreational options.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #439124. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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