Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,582 per week

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

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of experience.

• 13-week travel assignment on the RRT unit
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required, with 2 of the 3 winter holidays covered
• Adult critical care and Emergency Department settings
• Utilizes Epic charting system
• Travelers must float within their scope of practice as needed

• Active RRT certification required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• ACCS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required (4 years preferred)
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Trauma Level II experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• VA state license required; license required if applicable, pending license accepted if candidate holds another active state license and can obtain VA temporary license before start date
• Two professional references required

• Manage ventilator settings including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and IMV, and troubleshoot high pressure alarms
• Perform airway management including intubation/extubation assistance, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Administer medications via nebulizer, MDI, and other delivery systems
• Draw and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs)
• Provide care for patients with ARDS, aspiration, pneumonia, and fresh tracheostomy
• Perform chest physiotherapy including vest therapy
• Complete up to 16 non-billable hours of specialty-specific orientation modules recorded in Workday
• Maximum 40 hours of RTO per 13-week contract, with all RTO disclosed prior to submission
• No additional RTO approved after offer acceptance
• Unable to approve RTO around Christmas
• Disclose any planned vacation time between sign date and start date
• Previous UVA employees (permanent staff or travelers) must have 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return after reaching this limit
• BSN preferred

American Traveler Job ID #P-762693. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.