Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics - $2,894 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 52 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a Level II trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and BLS/RRT certification.

Details

• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:00)
• 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Must work 2 out of 3 winter holidays
• Epic EMR experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level II trauma center setting
• Level I trauma experience preferred

Requirements

• RRT certification required
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred
• ACCS preferred
• Minimum 2+ years of experience required (4 years preferred)
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Level II trauma experience required
• Level I trauma experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN preferred
• VA state license required if applicable
• Must hold another state license to be eligible for a temporary VA license
• Nursys verification required
• Two professional references required

Additional Information

• Work within Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department settings
• Manage ventilator settings including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Perform airway management procedures including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
• Administer aerosolized and inhaled medications including Albuterol, Atrovent, and inhaled steroids
• Care for patients with ARDS, aspiration, pneumonia, and fresh tracheostomy
• Perform chest physiotherapy, arterial blood gas draws and interpretation, and tracheostomy care
• Float within scope of practice as needed
• 52-week assignment length
• Maximum 40 hours RTO per 13-week contract, with no additional RTO approved after offer acceptance
• Disclose any vacation time between sign date and start date
• Previous UVA Health staff or travelers must have 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days
• Facility maintains a 50-mile radius restriction for certain specialty units

American Traveler Job ID #P-774382. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.