Travel Respiratory Therapist - Emergency Department - $2,038 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with critical care experience for a night shift position at a high-volume Level 1 Trauma Center acute care teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA.

Details

• 703-bed acute care teaching hospital affiliated with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
• Level 1 Trauma Center (Adult & Pediatric), Magnet-designated for nursing excellence
• Certified Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center with a dedicated children's hospital
• RRT unit serving adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients across high-volume ER, Neurotrauma, cardiovascular services, and medical/surgical ICU
• Patient ratio of 1:25
• Robust Assess and Treat protocol with ventilator management and liberation policy in place
• Equipment includes Servo I, Servo U, V-60 BiPAP, Optiflow heated high flow, iNOvent, and LTV1200
• Epic EMR experience required
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM; 4x12 schedule available by request
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract period
• Floating within skillset required

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required; CRT not accepted
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by the VA State Board of Medicine required; other state licenses accepted with requirement to obtain a 90-day temporary authorization while VA permanent license is processed
• License required if applicable
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of critical care experience in a high-volume ER or Level 1 Trauma Center setting, including Neurotrauma, cardiovascular, and medical/surgical ICU
• Proficiency with aerosol and medication delivery systems (mask, trach, MDI, Medihaler) and inhaled medications including Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Flovent, Pulmicort, Mucomyst, racemic epinephrine, inhaled Flolan, inhaled steroids, bicarbonate, and lidocaine
• Competency in ABG interpretation and ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, HFNC, flow-by, high-pressure alarm troubleshooting, and mechanical ventilation weaning
• Airway management skills including extubation, oral/nasal airway placement, suctioning, sputum collection, and tracheostomy care
• Proficiency in oxygen therapy and nebulizer setups (handheld, T-piece, trach collar, ultrasonic)
• Driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are considered; 1 year of prior travel experience preferred
• Local candidates are not accepted; a radius rule applies to determine eligibility
• Two professional references required for consideration
• All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed upfront during the consideration process
• 26-week contract length available by request; standard contract is 13 weeks

American Traveler Job ID #P-710840. 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.