Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Asheville, NC

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Asheville, NC
Agency: SnapCare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Rotating
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Opportunity:

Respiratory Therapist

Job Details:

• Work in the Respiratory Services department across all critical care units and floors
• Patient ratios range from 10 to 25 patients
• Day shift staffing includes 15-20 RRTs for adult service lines and 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
• Night shift staffing includes 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines and 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
• Varying weekend shifts required with at least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Required to float to all critical care units and floors
• Operate and manage equipment including GE R860 adult ventilators, Draeger infant/pediatric ventilators, Newport HT70 transport ventilator, V60 non-invasive device, Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
• Use Cerner electronic medical records system
• Scrub color required: Medium Gray/Pewter
• Required certifications: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist), BLS, ACLS, PALS
• North Carolina Respiratory License required
• NRP certification preferred

Facility:

This flagship hospital is licensed for 815 beds and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals, placing it in the top 1% of hospitals nationwide for clinical quality. The facility has earned a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade of "A" and holds the prestigious Magnet Designation for nursing excellence. The hospital serves as the region's referral center for a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and the area's only children's hospital with 30 pediatric subspecialists. Additional services include the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas, open heart surgery, and interventional cardiology, with a three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for patient care and outcomes.

Location:

Asheville, NC

Asheville is a vibrant city nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, celebrated for its thriving arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and stunning natural landscapes that provide year-round outdoor recreation opportunities. Known for its unique blend of mountain charm and cultural richness, Asheville offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and personal fulfillment.

Requirements

TherapistJob Details:• Work in the Respiratory Services department across all critical care units and floors• Patient ratios range from 10 to 25 patients• Day shift staffing includes 15-20 RRTs for adult service lines and 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines• Night shift staffing includes 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines and 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines• Varying weekend shifts required with at least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule• Required to float to all critical care units and floors• Operate and manage equipment including GE R860 adult ventilators, Draeger infant/pediatric ventilators, Newport HT70 transport ventilator, V60 non-invasive device, Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices• Use Cerner electronic medical records system• Scrub color required: Medium Gray/Pewter• Required certifications: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist), BLS, ACLS, PALS• North Carolina Respiratory License required• NRP certification flagship hospital is licensed for 815 beds and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals, placing it in the top 1% of hospitals nationwide for clinical quality. The facility has earned a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade of "A" and holds the prestigious Magnet Designation for nursing excellence. The hospital serves as the region's referral center for a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and the area's only children's hospital with 30 pediatric subspecialists. Additional services include the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas, open heart surgery, and interventional cardiology, with a three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for patient care and outcomes., NCAsheville is a vibrant city nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, celebrated for its thriving arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and stunning natural landscapes that provide year-round outdoor recreation opportunities. Known for its unique blend of mountain charm and cultural richness, Asheville offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and personal fulfillment.