Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,038 per week

ARMStaffing; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K match

Travel reimbursement

Housing allowance

Meal stipends

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week contract in Alexandria, Virginia. You will provide high-quality respiratory care, work night shifts, and coordinate with the care team to ensure patient safety during transport and treatment.

This position demands a Virginia state license and experience in critical care settings; travel stipends and housing assistance are offered. The assignment runs for 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night shift schedule (Fri–Sun).

Qualifications

• Current Virginia state license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in critical care settings preferred.
• Familiarity with various respiratory therapy practices and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using respiratory equipment (ventilators, oxygen, nebulizers).
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning.
• Monitor patient conditions with oximetry and capnography.
• Review chest x-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies as per policy.
• Assist in procedures related to respiratory care (bronchoscopy, chest tube placement).
• Document patient treatments and responses in respiratory care records.

Skills

Critical care experience

Night shift readiness

Education

Virginia Respiratory Therapist License

Tools

Ventilators

Nebulizers

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Alexandria, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Alexandria, Virginia.

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist


• Discipline: Allied Health Professional


• Start Date: 11/16/2026


• Duration: 13 weeks


• 36 hours per week


• Shift: 12 hours, nights


• Employment Type: Travel

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as prescribed. The role involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, educating patients on treatment procedures and equipment, and discharging patients with the necessary information for home care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various respiratory equipment and devices, including ventilators, oxygen, and nebulizers.


• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using diverse methods.


• Monitor patient conditions with oximetry and capnography.


• Review chest x-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies as per policy.


• Assist in procedures related to respiratory care, such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.


• Conduct tracheostomy care and arterial punctures.


• Execute cardiopulmonary resuscitation following BLS and ACLS guidelines.


• Operate and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment and conduct quality control on laboratory procedures.


• Document patient treatments and responses in respiratory care records.


• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams regarding patient therapy.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Virginia state license as a Respiratory Therapist.


• Experience in critical care settings preferred.


• Familiarity with various respiratory therapy practices and equipment.

Why ARMStaffing?

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more


• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care


• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate


• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution


• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty


• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

• SIA Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms 2019


• SIA Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the US 2023


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• We've earned The Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts


• Temp-to-perm employment


• Direct-hire personnel


• Per Diem


• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals


• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options


• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year


• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks


• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits


• Medical Benefits


• Company-matched 401K

ARMStaffing Job ID #38396579. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist:Respiratory Therapist,19:00:00-07:00:00