Respiratory Therapist in Beckley, West Virginia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Beckley, WV
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,689/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $46.92
- Weekly
- $1,689
- Yearly (full-time)
- $87,828
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $46.92/hour — 42% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in West Virginia ($33.01/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 West Virginia right now
- 33 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in West Virginia from 5 agencies, 3 of them in Beckley.
- Pay in these listings: $45.38 – $71.35/hour, median $54.74/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in West Virginia: $33.01/hour ($68,661/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.12/hour across 12 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel Respiratory Therapist contract in Beckley, West Virginia. As an RRT, you will support respiratory therapy services across all age groups while working independently in a critical access hospital setting. This assignment is a strong fit for a therapist with experience in emergency and critical care environments who is comfortable serving as the only RT on shift and applying sound critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Night owls will appreciate the 12-hour schedule, with weekend coverage every other weekend or as needed and call responsibilities as needed.
Weather
Beckley typically offers crisp, comfortable seasonal weather with cool evenings, mild daytime temperatures, colorful scenery, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
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Local Adventure: Explore Beckley’s outdoor trails, parks, and scenic mountain surroundings.
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Arts and Culture: Browse local crafts, galleries, and regional Appalachian attractions.
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Day Trip: Spend a day exploring the New River Gorge area and its scenic overlooks.
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Day Trip: Visit nearby mountain towns for local dining, shopping, and sightseeing.
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Outdoor Escape: Enjoy hiking, photography, and seasonal views throughout southern West Virginia.
Job Specifics
City and State: Beckley, West Virginia
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week
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