Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,529 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Salem, Virginia.

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 Salem, VA. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. This role requires clinical competence, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state respiratory therapist license in good standing.
• One year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification.
• Experience working in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Competence with ventilator management, arterial blood gas analysis, and non-invasive ventilation preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 1900-0700.
• Shift includes night coverage.

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 deeply value your commitment to improving the lives of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k 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 network, you gain flexibility, stability, and growth while impacting communities. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contract opportunities across the country. Receive full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in select travel contracts at no cost to you.

Location Highlights

Salem, VA offers access to outdoor recreation and regional cultural attractions. The city is adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway and within 30 minutes of the Appalachian Trail, providing hiking and scenic drives. Downtown Roanoke is about a 10-minute drive and offers museums, dining districts such as the Railroad District, and the Taubman Museum of Art. Salem is within a two-hour drive of Jefferson National Forest and Smith Mountain Lake for boating and fishing, fitting a variety of lifestyles.

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 #445686. 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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