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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
Hours: 48 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week night shift assignment at a Level I/II trauma teaching hospital, requiring 4+ years of experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
13-week travel contract on the Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit
Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
Works 36 or 48 hours per week
Every other weekend required
Must work 2 of 3 winter holidays
Cares for adult critical care and emergency department patients
Manages ventilators including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and IMV
Performs bronchoscopy, tracheostomy care, and ABG collection
Administers medications via aerosol, MDI, and nebulizer delivery systems
Uses Epic EMR
Floats within scope of practice as needed
Requirements
RRT and BLS certifications required
ACLS and ACCS certifications preferred
Minimum 4 years of experience required; candidates with 2+ years may be considered
Teaching hospital experience required
Trauma Level II experience required; Trauma Level I experience preferred
Epic EMR experience required
VA state license required (license required if applicable); pending license accepted if in-hand before start and candidate holds another active state license
BSN preferred
Experience with airway management, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator weaning
Two professional references required
Additional Information
Provides respiratory care for patients with ARDS, aspiration, pneumonia, and fresh tracheostomy
Performs intubation/extubation assistance and oxygen therapy management
Works as part of a critical care and emergency department team
Specialty-specific orientation modules completed during onboarding
No additional RTO approved after offer acceptance; maximum 40 hours RTO per 13-week contract
Any pre-start vacation time must be disclosed prior to submission
Previous UVA staff or travelers must have 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are ineligible to return after reaching this limit
First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
No radius restriction for local candidates
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.
Worksite address
charlottesville, VA, 22904, US
Who can apply
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