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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Adult Critical Care | Charlottesville, VA

Join a high-acuity hospital respiratory care team in Charlottesville, Virginia, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 52-week travel contract. This adult critical care opportunity is ideal for an experienced respiratory therapist with strong mechanical ventilation, trauma care, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,710–$1,830
• Assignment Type: Long-term travel respiratory therapy contract
• Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
• Start Date: November 23, 2026
• End Date: November 22, 2027
• Duration: 52 weeks
• Schedule: Night shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.; core schedule of 36 hours per week, with 48-hour weeks possible based on department needs
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and every other holiday; must work two of the three winter holidays
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Charting System: Epic experience required
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Work Setting: Level I trauma environment; Level II trauma experience required

Registered Respiratory Therapist Requirements

• Four years of respiratory therapy experience required; candidates with two or more years may be considered
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Active Virginia respiratory therapy license required by the start date; pending licenses may be considered if a temporary license can be obtained before the assignment begins
• Level II trauma experience required; Level I trauma experience preferred
• Adult critical care experience and strong mechanical ventilation knowledge
• Epic electronic medical record charting experience
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) credentials preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, patient assessment, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to float between respiratory care sections within scope of practice as needed

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory care for adult and geriatric patients in a high-acuity hospital and adult critical care environment
• Assess respiratory status and interpret arterial blood gases to guide treatment plans
• Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation, including IMV, SIMV, weaning, and high-pressure alarms
• Deliver and monitor noninvasive and high-flow respiratory therapies, including BiPAP, CPAP, HFNC, and oxygen therapy
• Assist with intubation and extubation and provide care for endotracheal and tracheostomy patients
• Perform airway management, suctioning, pulmonary hygiene, chest physiotherapy, and aerosol medication administration
• Support emergency, critical care, surgical, neuro, cardiac, and medical service teams as assigned
• Collect sputum specimens, draw arterial blood gases, and document respiratory care accurately in Epic
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical professionals to promote safe, effective patient outcomes

Why Work in Charlottesville, Virginia?

Charlottesville offers an inviting blend of historic charm, vibrant culture, and outdoor recreation in the heart of Virginia. With access to scenic Blue Ridge Mountain views, local dining, arts, and year-round activities, it is an appealing destination for healthcare professionals seeking a rewarding travel respiratory therapist assignment and an enjoyable community to call home.

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel contract in Charlottesville, Virginia, and join a collaborative hospital respiratory care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.