Respiratory Therapist — Flexible Shifts & Immediate Start

VieMed Healthcare Staffing; Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

VieMed Healthcare Staffing seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a Richmond, VA assignment. This contract/per diem role offers $48.00 per hour, 36–40 hours weekly, and shifts day or night.

Immediate start through 02/15/2027 with long-term potential. The ideal candidate holds a Virginia RT license, has 2+ years of clinical experience, and demonstrates strong infection control, bedside manner, and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Respiratory Therapist license.
• 2+ years clinical respiratory care experience.
• Knowledge of infection control and respiratory procedures.
• Excellent bedside manner and communication.
• Team-oriented and compliant with healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate medically prescribed respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Provide high-quality respiratory care aligned with patient goals.
• Train patients and caregivers on ventilators and DME devices.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to therapy, adjusting as needed.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members in discharge planning.
• Document patient care services accurately in medical records.
• Maintain infection control protocols and ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
• Stay updated with professional development activities.

Skills

Bedside manner

Communication skills

Teamwork

Infection control knowledge

Respiratory procedures

Education

Virginia Respiratory Therapist license

Tools

Ventilators

DME devices

Job description

VieMed Healthcare Staffing seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a Richmond, VA assignment. This contract/per diem role offers $48.00 per hour, 36–40 hours weekly, and shifts day or night.

Immediate start through 02/15/2027 with long-term potential. The ideal candidate holds a Virginia RT license, has 2+ years of clinical experience, and demonstrates strong infection control, bedside manner, and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.