Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,745 per week

American Traveler 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, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a minimum of 2 years of experience for a 13-week night shift travel contract at an acute care hospital in Salem, VA.

Details

• 500+ bed acute care hospital in Salem, VA
• Respiratory Therapy department located on the 2nd floor of the main building
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Rotating weekend coverage required
• Required procedures include HHN, CPT, BiPAP and vent management, and extubation
• Required skills include basic floor therapies (nebulizer treatments, CPT, nocturnal pulse oximetry, ABG collection) and BiPAP management
• Vent and BiPAP management experience and ICU experience are preferred
• Equipment used includes EPOC Blood Gas analyzer, PB 840, Newport, ReVel, LTV, and V60 ventilators
• EMR: Meditech
• Floating required to CICU, SICU, MICU, and step-down units
• Night shift staffing consists of 5 therapists including a charge person

Requirements

• Active RRT license and certification required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy
• Active experience in the specialty within the last 6 months required
• BLS and ACLS required; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start — AHA or ARC accepted
• US SSN and date of birth (DOB) required for consideration; Canadian SSNs are not accepted
• One professional reference required (two required if from Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible

Additional Information

• Perform respiratory therapy services including nebulizer treatments, CPT, BiPAP management, vent management, extubation, and nocturnal pulse oximetry
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Team consists of approximately 30 respiratory therapy staff across shifts

American Traveler Job ID #P-708791. 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.

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