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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job – Level IV NICU and Pediatric Critical Care in Charlottesville, VA

Join a high-acuity pediatric respiratory care team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Charlottesville, Virginia. This 52-week travel respiratory therapist opportunity is ideal for an experienced pediatric and neonatal respiratory therapist who is confident in Level IV NICU care, pediatric critical care, high-risk deliveries, and advanced neonatal ventilation.

In this on-site children’s hospital role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents in the NICU, PICU, pediatric acute care units, and other areas of the hospital.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric and Neonatal Critical Care
• Healthcare Setting: On-site children’s hospital with a Level IV NICU and PICU
• Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, a scenic and historic community near the Blue Ridge Mountains with a vibrant cultural, dining, and outdoor recreation scene
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,010–$2,160
• Start Date: November 23, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 52 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week, with 48-hour schedules potentially available
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Schedule: Self-scheduling model; every other weekend and every other holiday coverage required
• Holiday Coverage: Must work two of the three winter holidays
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Float Expectations: Float within the respiratory therapy scope of practice as needed across pediatric and neonatal units

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent respiratory therapy experience, including Level IV NICU experience
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current BLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications
• Valid Virginia respiratory therapy license required; eligible candidates with a pending Virginia license may be considered if a temporary license can be obtained before the start date
• Strong experience caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents in critical care settings
• Competency with the Bunnell Jet Ventilator and 3100A high-frequency oscillatory ventilator
• Proficiency with high-frequency jet ventilation, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, bubble CPAP, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, nitric oxide, and other advanced respiratory support modalities
• Experience assisting with intubation, high-risk deliveries, neonatal transports, arterial blood gas interpretation, and tracheostomy management
• Cardiac PICU experience preferred
• Advanced Critical Care Support (ACCS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and demonstrate sound critical-thinking skills in a high-acuity environment
• Epic experience required unless otherwise waived by the unit

Pediatric and Neonatal Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients throughout the NICU, PICU, pediatric acute care units, and other children’s hospital areas
• Support neonates and pediatric patients with respiratory distress, respiratory failure, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, pneumonia, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, ARDS, and other complex diagnoses
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and provide immediate neonatal respiratory support
• Manage conventional and advanced mechanical ventilation, including jet ventilation and high-frequency oscillatory ventilation
• Administer aerosolized medications, inhaled steroids, nitric oxide, and other prescribed respiratory therapies
• Perform airway assessment and management, including intubation assistance, extubation, oral and nasal suctioning, airway placement, and tracheostomy care
• Assess patients, interpret arterial blood gases, monitor respiratory status, and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary care team
• Participate in neonatal and interdepartmental pediatric transports as appropriate
• Deliver pulmonary hygiene and airway clearance therapies while maintaining patient safety and infection prevention standards
• Document care accurately and contribute to coordinated, family-centered care planning

Why Work in Charlottesville, Virginia?

Charlottesville offers a welcoming blend of historic charm, vibrant arts and dining, and easy access to scenic parks, trails, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is an appealing destination for healthcare professionals seeking both a rewarding clinical experience and an engaging community to explore during time off.

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel assignment and join a leading pediatric and neonatal respiratory care team in Charlottesville, Virginia.

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.