Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Asheville, NC

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Location: Asheville, NC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Contract | Night Shift

Location

Asheville, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM | Projected Start: October 19, 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 vent, V60 non-invasive devices, and high-flow oxygen devices (Vapotherm, Comfort Flow)
• Document patient care accurately using the Cerner EMR system
• Float to all critical care units and general floor areas as needed
• Adhere to weekend scheduling requirements, with a minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Maintain compliance with all unit guidelines, dress code (medium gray/pewter scrubs), and facility policies

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Experience in NICU and/or pediatric respiratory care settings
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a high-acuity, regionally recognized acute care facility that includes a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III NICU, and the region's only children's hospital
• Gain experience in one of the busiest and most clinically diverse respiratory departments in the region, supporting a wide range of adult and pediatric service lines