
Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
- Agency
- TLC Nursing & Allied
- Location
- Rock Hill, SC
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $1,669/week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jun 8, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $46.36
- Weekly
- $1,669
- Yearly (full-time)
- $86,788
This job pays about $46.36/hour — 24% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in South Carolina ($37.38/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in South Carolina right now
- 32 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in South Carolina from 6 agencies, 2 of them in Rock Hill.
- Pay in these listings: $37.72 – $73.97/hour, median $48.43/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in South Carolina: $37.38/hour ($77,750/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($50.42/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for travel assignments. The RRT will provide respiratory care treatments, manage ventilators, and assess patient conditions in various healthcare settings. This role requires technical expertise, critical thinking, and compassionate patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory disorders.
- Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizers, and other respiratory treatments.
- Operate and maintain ventilators and life-support equipment.
- Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Educate patients and families on respiratory health and disease management.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams.
- Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
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Certification:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS (as required per facility).
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience in respiratory care.
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Skills:
- Expertise in mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and airway management.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Travel Readiness: Willing to relocate temporarily for travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive travel pay and stipends.
- Access to advanced respiratory care technology.
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
- Flexible contracts with potential extensions.
Job Description
Are you a skilled Respiratory Therapist (RT) seeking a dynamic opportunity in the charming city of Rock Hill, South Carolina? TLC Nursing has an exciting 10-week travel healthcare assignment waiting just for you! As a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Rock Hill, South Carolina, you'll play a vital role in providing top-notch care to diverse patient populations. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic tests, administering treatments, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Your expertise as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) will be crucial in making a positive impact during your travel nurse assignment. Joining TLC Nursing for this travel healthcare assignment means more than just a job — it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive community. TLC Nursing, founded by nurses, offers round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, ensuring you have the resources you need to thrive in your role. In addition to the rewarding work you'll be doing, here are some of the benefits you can expect: - Best in the Industry Pay Packages - $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire - Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law) - 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years - Aflac – Available for employee purchase - Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals - EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP Don't miss this chance to enhance your career while exploring the beauty of Rock Hill, South Carolina. Apply now and take the next step towards a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment with TLC Nursing.Applying is free. ReferHire lists openings from staffing agencies; when you are hired through our link, the agency may pay us a referral fee. It never reduces your pay. Never pay anyone for a job offer.