Respiratory Therapist II – $20K Sign-On

sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Housing allowance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in downtown Norfolk, VA, seeks a registered respiratory therapist for a full-time day shift. You will join a high-acuity academic medical center with Level I trauma, Nightingale air ambulance, and a comprehensive cardiopulmonary program.

The role offers a $20,000 sign-on for full-time qualified candidates, relocation and housing allowances for those moving from outside the area, and a residency program to support new hires.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates or Bachelor's degree required; some candidates with RRT credentials may qualify.
• Certification/Licensure: State Respiratory license; NBRC RRT; BLS required at hire.
• For new graduates, must obtain NBRC RRT within 6 months of hire.
• Experience: 0–1 year experience preferred; none required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with nurses and physicians using RT-driven protocols to provide care.
• Learn advanced ventilation strategies and monitor indices to reduce lung injury.
• Work within a 525-bed academic medical center and Level I trauma environment.
• Participate in residency and training programs to support new hires.

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree

NBRC RRT credential (or military RT program with RRT)

Tools

State Respiratory license

BLS certification

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in downtown Norfolk, VA, seeks a registered respiratory therapist for a full-time day shift. You will join a high-acuity academic medical center with Level I trauma, Nightingale air ambulance, and a comprehensive cardiopulmonary program.

The role offers a $20,000 sign-on for full-time qualified candidates, relocation and housing allowances for those moving from outside the area, and a residency program to support new hires.