
Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
- Agency
- TLC Nursing & Allied
- Location
- Norfolk, VA
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $1,622/week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jul 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $45.06
- Weekly
- $1,622
- Yearly (full-time)
- $84,344
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $45.06/hour — 13% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Virginia ($39.86/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 Virginia right now
- 57 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Virginia from 7 agencies, 16 of them in Norfolk.
- Pay in these listings: $37.71 – $76.11/hour, median $47.39/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Virginia: $39.86/hour ($82,909/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($57.06/hour across 5 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 Registered Respiratory Therapist seeking a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in Norfolk, Virginia? TLC Nursing has an exciting opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team for a 13-week assignment. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Norfolk, Virginia, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized care to patients with respiratory issues. Your duties will include conducting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, administering medications, and monitoring patient progress. Your expertise as a Registered Respiratory Therapist will be instrumental in improving the respiratory health and overall well-being of those in need. At TLC Nursing, we pride ourselves on our TLC Culture. Founded by nurses, we offer 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing to ensure your assignment is seamless and successful. In addition to a competitive weekly pay of $1621.72, you can enjoy our comprehensive benefits package, including the best in the industry pay packages, a $25,000 Life Insurance Policy effective from day one, and medical, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month after hire. We also offer paid time off, a 401(k) plan available after 1 year of employment, Aflac options for purchase, a referral program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and access to free, confidential services for employees and their households through our EAP. If you are ready to take your career as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to new heights with a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment in Norfolk, Virginia, apply now and embark on this exciting opportunity 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.