
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Norfolk, VA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.69
- Weekly
- $2,005
- Yearly (full-time)
- $104,260
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- 10/12/2026
This job pays about $55.69/hour — 40% 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
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Hospital Respiratory Care - Norfolk, VA 23507
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job in Norfolk, Virginia: join a hospital respiratory care team, provide acute care support, and make a meaningful impact on night shift.
Join a dynamic hospital respiratory care team in Norfolk, Virginia, and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced acute care environment. This travel Respiratory Therapist opportunity offers the chance to work in a vibrant coastal city known for its waterfront charm, rich history, and convenient access to the greater Hampton Roads region. If you're an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who thrives in hospital settings and enjoys 12-hour night shifts, this role is a great fit.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Employment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapy Assignment
- Setting: Hospital Respiratory Care / Acute Care
- Location: Norfolk, VA 23507
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Shifts Per Week: 3
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930 - $2,080
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience in a hospital or acute care setting
- Active Virginia Respiratory Therapist license
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required
- Experience working 12-hour night shifts reliably
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a patient-focused approach
- Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality respiratory care to patients across the hospital
- Perform respiratory assessments and implement care plans as ordered
- Administer and monitor oxygen therapy, nebulized treatments, and ventilator support
- Respond to changing patient conditions with professionalism and urgency
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to support optimal outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow facility protocols and safety standards
Apply now to join this travel Respiratory Therapist job in Norfolk, VA and take the next step in your healthcare career.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
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