Travel Respiratory Therapist – Night ICU RRT (Epic)

American Traveler, LLC.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist for a night-shift position at a Level I/II trauma teaching hospital in Charlottesville, VA. The 13-week assignment is 36 hours per week on a 3x12 hour night schedule, with every other weekend and some holidays required.

Candidates must have an RRT and BLS, 4+ years of experience, Epic EMR proficiency, and a VA license or eligible. ACCS and BSN preferred; position offers travel benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• RRT and BLS certifications required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience required; candidates with 2+ years will be considered.
• Trauma Level II experience required; Level I preferred.
• Epic charting system experience required.
• VA state license required or eligible by start date.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care for adult critical care and emergency department patients.
• Manage ventilator settings, troubleshoot alarms, and assist with weaning from mechanical ventilation.
• Perform airway management procedures including intubation assist, extubation and suctioning.
• Administer medications via nebulizer, MDI, and other delivery systems.
• Interpret arterial blood gases and support ARDS/pulmonary care.

Skills

RRT

BLS

Ventilator management

Airway management

Critical care knowledge

Education

BSN preferred

ACCS certification preferred

VA state license required

Tools

Epic EMR system

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist for a night-shift position at a Level I/II trauma teaching hospital in Charlottesville, VA. The 13-week assignment is 36 hours per week on a 3x12 hour night schedule, with every other weekend and some holidays required.

Candidates must have an RRT and BLS, 4+ years of experience, Epic EMR proficiency, and a VA license or eligible. ACCS and BSN preferred; position offers travel benefits and competitive pay.