Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Asheville, NC

Operate and manage ventilators and respiratory equipment including GE R860 adult vents, Draeger infant/pediatric vents, Newport HT70 transport vent, V60 non-invasive devices, and high-flow oxygen devices (Vapotherm, Comfort Flow). Why Join Us Join a high-acuity respiratory team at a nationally recognized acute care facility serving as the region's referral center for Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke, and Level III NICU care.

Job Title

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Shift

Location

Asheville, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services across adult, NICU, and pediatric service lines within a large acute care hospital setting
• Operate and manage ventilators and respiratory equipment including GE R860 adult vents, Draeger infant/pediatric vents, Newport HT70 transport vent, V60 non-invasive devices, and high-flow oxygen devices (Vapotherm, Comfort Flow)
• Document patient care and treatment using Cerner EMR
• Float to all critical care units and general floors as needed
• Maintain patient ratios of 10–25 patients and collaborate within a team of 12–16 night-shift RRTs across adult and NICU/Peds service lines
• Fulfill weekend shift requirements (minimum 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule)

Required Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Respiratory Therapy License required
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential required — CRTs will not be considered
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
• Experience working in NICU or pediatric respiratory care settings
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR

Why Join Us

• Join a high-acuity respiratory team at a nationally recognized acute care facility serving as the region's referral center for Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke, and Level III NICU care
• Gain experience in one of the busiest and most decorated hospital systems in the Southeast, including a dedicated children's hospital and the region's only open heart and interventional cardiology program