Job Title
Travel Respiratory Therapist – Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Location
Blacksburg, VA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift | Three 12-hour shifts per week, every other weekend | Projected Start: 08/17/2026
Key Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory therapy services across a 76-bed facility including a 10-bed ICU, 30-bed CMU, 36-bed Medical/Surgical unit, and Emergency Department
- Operate and manage ventilators including PB840s, PB980s, Philips V60s, and Hamilton C-1s
- Document patient care accurately using the MEDITECH documentation system
- Deliver core respiratory therapy (RT core) competencies in alignment with unit standards
- Adhere to scheduling requirements of three 12-hour night shifts per week with every other weekend rotation
Required Qualifications
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
- Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
Preferred Experience / Skills
- PALS certification preferred
- NRP certification preferred
- Experience working in a Level 3 trauma, Magnet-designated, or stroke-ready facility
Why Join Us
- Highly engaged staff and leadership with a strong facility culture — many travelers extend their assignments or return for additional placements
- Facility recognized for one of the highest employee engagement scores and located near the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains with abundant outdoor activities