Respiratory Therapist in Richmond, Virginia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Richmond, VA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,791/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $40.82
- Weekly
- $1,470
- Yearly (full-time)
- $76,415
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $40.82/hour — 2% 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, 8 of them in Richmond.
- 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
Join a fast-paced ICU environment at Henrico Doctors Hospital - Forest in Richmond, VA, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week travel contract. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing ventilators, administering nebulizers, and performing arterial blood gas analyses on a highly active unit with 430 beds and a dedicated team of 25 staff members. You'll work 12-hour night shifts, providing essential respiratory care while navigating a variety of medical equipment such as BIPAP/CPAP machines, oxygen delivery systems, and blood gas analyzers. This role offers an engaging experience for those who thrive in a busy setting and want to make an impact in critical patient situations.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is generally mild and comfortable, with warm days and cooler evenings. It’s a pleasant time to experience the city’s outdoor spaces or grab a coffee on a leisurely walk through local parks.
Fun Things To Do:
- Riverfront Canal Walk: Explore scenic paths along the James River with shops and cafes.
- Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: Discover impressive art collections and rotating exhibitions.
- Brewery Tours: Sample local craft beers at popular breweries around Richmond.
- Historic Sites Day Trip: Visit nearby Williamsburg or Jamestown for step-back-in-time experiences.
- Belle Isle Adventure: Enjoy kayaking, hiking, or picnicking on this scenic island in the James River.
Job Specifics:
Location: Richmond, VA
Shift: 12-hour night shifts
Duration: 13 weeks
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,469.52
Weekly Hours: 36.0 hours
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