Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position in Blacksburg, VA. This role involves providing respiratory therapy services in a hospital setting, supporting pediatric and adult patients with a variety of respiratory needs. The position features a night shift schedule and offers an engaging work environment within a well-regarded healthcare organization.
Job Details
- Location: Blacksburg, VA
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- End Date: 01/11/2027
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); no specific experience needed; valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license.
- Unit Specifics:
- Type of equipment: PB840s, PB980s, Philips V60s, Hamilton C-1s
- Documentation system: MEDITECH
- Certifications: Level 3 trauma, Stroke ready, Magnet designation, Chest pain center recognition
- Number of beds: 76 (including ICU, CMU, MS units)
- Patient ratios and staffing details: Not specified
- Outdoor activities available in the region, with a vibrant local community including Virginia Tech University
- Unit culture: Highly engaged staff and manager, flexible scheduling, great facility culture, with many travelers choosing long-term assignments and returning frequently
- Preferred Qualifications: PALS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are preferred.
- Additional Information: The facility boasts modern equipment and a supportive environment with an emphasis on staff engagement, ongoing development, and work-life balance.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1319032. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus