Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,146 per week

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

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: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NICU experience for a night shift travel assignment at an acute care hospital in Fredericksburg, VA.

Details

• Work in the Respiratory Therapy department of a 140-bed acute care hospital in Fredericksburg, VA
• Patient population includes adults and neonates (NICU)
• Equipment used includes Hamilton C1, V60, and Hamilton MR1 ventilators
• Procedures include CPAP, High Flow Nasal Cannula, Bubble CPAP, and mechanical ventilation via Hamilton C1
• Documentation system: Meditech
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Schedule includes every other weekend
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RRT credential required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of general respiratory therapy experience, with active experience within the last 6 months
• NICU experience required
• BLS and ACLS required (AHA or ARC accepted); certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the start date
• NRP required for all RT staff caring for neonates
• ACLS required for Respiratory Therapists
• NRP preferred but can be obtained after hire
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if candidate is from Florida or Missouri)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy services to adult and neonatal patients, including mechanical ventilation management and advanced airway support
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• All black scrubs required
• Local candidates are not accepted; a 50-mile radius rule applies with no exceptions

American Traveler Job ID #P-708792. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.