Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,059 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position in South Hill, Virginia. The assignment runs 13 weeks with 36 hours per week, 3×12-hour nights, and requires Epic EMR experience and at least 3 years of respiratory therapy experience.

Openings: 2. Active RRT/CRT with Virginia or compact license, BLS/ACLS/PALS, travel experience, and Epic charting are required. NICU, ED and ARDS care included. More details upon interview.

Qualifications

• Active RRT or CRT credential with license if required
• Minimum 3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• NRP and PALS certifications preferred
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• VA state license or compact license in hand at submission
• BSN preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Graduated from an accredited respiratory therapy program (ACEN or CCNE)

Responsibilities

• Night shift: 12-hour shifts (19:00–07:00)
• Care for adult critical care, ED, NICU as assigned
• Manage airways including intubation assistance and suctioning
• Ventilator management: BiPAP/CPAP and high‑pressure alarm troubleshooting
• Administer medications via aerosol, MDI, and nebulizers
• Epic charting is required
• Float within scope as needed
• Call requirements discussed during interview

Skills

RRT certification

Critical care experience

Travel nursing

Education

Accredited RT program

Tools

Epic EMR

Ventilator management

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position requiring Epic EMR experience and at least 3 years of respiratory therapy experience.

Details

• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
• Covers adult critical care, emergency department, and NICU settings
• Provides care for patients with ARDS, aspiration, COVID, cystic fibrosis, fresh tracheostomy, and pneumonia
• Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
• Manages ventilators including BiPAP, CPAP, and troubleshooting high pressure alarms
• Administers medications via aerosol, MDI, and nebulizer delivery systems
• Epic charting system required, no exceptions
• Candidates will float within scope if needed
• Call requirements to be discussed during interview

Requirements

• Active RRT or CRT certification required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• NRP and PALS certifications preferred
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• VA state license or compact license required in hand at time of submission
• BSN preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• 2 professional references requiredMust have graduated from an accredited respiratory therapy program (ACEN or CCNE)

Additional Information

• Performs chest physiotherapy, ABG draws, and interpretation of arterial blood gases
• Assists with high-risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric respiratory procedures
• Collects sputum specimens and manages tracheostomy care
• Participates in facility-assigned learning modules during orientation week
• Facility maintains a natural nail policy
• Facility is a drug, tobacco, and smoke-free workplace
• ER and Psych candidates must undergo fingerprinting per Virginia Code 37.1-183.3, with a 15-20 business day turnaround before starting
• Background checks will be reviewed by the facility
• Returning travelers and permanent staff must have a 6-12 month break before being eligible to return
• Time-off requests must be submitted at the time of application; no time off granted during the first week of assignment, and holidays are not guaranteed off
• Local candidates accepted at the same base rate with no radius restrictions
• First-time travelers may not be considered for this position due to travel experience requirement

American Traveler Job ID #P-776333. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

About American Traveler

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.

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.