Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,745 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Salem, Virginia.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a minimum of 2 years of experience for a 13-week day shift travel assignment at an acute care hospital in Salem, VA.

• Work in the Respiratory Therapy department of a large acute care hospital with 500 beds
• Day shift hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Rotating weekend coverage required
• Floating required to CICU, SICU, MICU, and step-down units
• Patient care includes basic floor therapies such as nebulizer treatments, CPT, nocturnal pulse oximetry, ABG collection, and BiPAP management
• Typical procedures include HHN, CPT, BiPAP and vent management, and extubation
• Equipment used includes EPOC Blood Gas Analyzer, PB 840, Newport, ReVel, LTV, and V60 ventilators
• EMR: Meditech

• Active RRT credential required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy, with active experience within the last 6 months
• BLS and ACLS required (AHA or ARC accepted); certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start
• Proficiency in basic floor therapies including nebulizer treatments, CPT, nocturnal pulse oximetry, and ABG collection is required
• BiPAP management experience required
• Vent management experience preferred; ICU experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for candidates from Florida or Missouri)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates will not be considered
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• Day shift team consists of 6 therapists including a charge person; night shift consists of 5 therapists including a charge person
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Staff of 30 respiratory therapists across shifts

American Traveler Job ID #P-708790. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.