Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care & ER - $1,966 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: 06/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift adult respiratory/neuro diagnostics position at a Level II Trauma Center, with experience in adult critical care, ER, and community hospital settings required.

Details

• Short-term acute care hospital setting with 431 staffed beds, designated as a Level II Trauma Center
• Adult respiratory and neuro diagnostics unit
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Every other weekend required, plus every other holiday
• Floating required to the ER and Adult ICU Stepdown units as needed
• Mandatory on-call requirement: 3 shifts per 6-week period
• Block scheduling is not available
• Charting in Epic EMR
• Wine-colored scrubs required

Requirements

• Active VA state license required, or documented proof of VA license application submitted along with a current license from another state (national license not accepted); license required if applicable
• BLS and CRTT certifications required
• ACLS required; candidates may begin the assignment with ACLS pending, provided it is obtained within 90 days of the start date
• RRT credential preferred
• Minimum experience required in airway management, medication administration, ABGs, O2 therapy, suction, pulmonary toileting, BiPAP, CPAP, and nebulizers
• Adult critical care, ER, and community hospital work setting experience required
• NICU, ED, and adult ICU experience preferred
• Level II Trauma Center experience preferred

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include aerosol, bronchial hygiene, and lung inflation therapies, as well as arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and analysis, and CPAP/BiPAP implementation and management
• Adult and neonatal intensive care and emergency department experience is preferred but not required in all areas
• Candidates are expected to attend monthly department meetings when scheduled; if not working, candidates must review meeting minutes and send written acknowledgment to management
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• Time-off requests are handled at the manager's discretion
• Two professional supervisor references from the past 2 years required for consideration
• A full 7-year work history with all gaps explained is required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-716672. 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.