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Registered Respiratory Therapist Travel Job in Charlottesville, VA

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) travel opportunity in Charlottesville, Virginia, supporting pediatric, NICU, and PICU respiratory care in a leading children’s hospital. Join a collaborative care team and provide advanced therapy for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents in a high-acuity clinical setting. Charlottesville is a welcoming community known for its scenic Blue Ridge Mountain setting, historic charm, and vibrant local culture.

Job Details

• Position Type: Travel Respiratory Therapist
• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Care, NICU, PICU, and Acute Care Pediatrics
• Location: Charlottesville, VA 22908 — a welcoming area with scenic views, historic character, and a lively community atmosphere
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,810 - $1,940
• Schedule: Self-scheduling model; every other weekend required; 2 of 3 winter holidays required
• Time Off: Limited time off available; holiday coverage expectations apply

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required
• Virginia respiratory therapy license required; pending license accepted if temporary license can be obtained before start
• Must have another active state license to qualify for temporary licensure
• Experience in a Level IV NICU required
• Cardiac PICU experience preferred
• ACCS preferred
• PALS preferred
• Ability to work nights and participate in weekend and holiday coverage
• Competence with Epic and required documentation processes preferred
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care across NICU, PICU, pediatric, and high-risk delivery settings
• Support a multidisciplinary care team in delivering safe, high-quality patient care
• Perform and assist with neonatal transports, airway support, suctioning, and ventilator management
• Operate advanced respiratory equipment, including the Bunnell Jet Ventilator and HFOV 3100A
• Deliver care for patients requiring HFNC, CPAP/BiPAP, oscillating ventilation, and inhaled therapies
• Assist with intubation support, ABG interpretation, and emergency respiratory interventions
• Work collaboratively across all units of the children’s hospital as needed
• Follow unit scheduling guidelines and float within scope of practice when required
• Maintain compliance with required certifications, references, and onboarding standards

Apply now to join this rewarding travel respiratory therapist job in Charlottesville, VA and make a difference in pediatric and neonatal care.

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.