Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Newport News, VA

Why Join Us Opportunity to work in a high-acuity Level II Trauma Center with diverse patient populations across multiple ICUs and specialty units. Key Responsibilities Provide respiratory therapy services in an acute care hospital setting, including ICU, ED, and Medical/Surgical units.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Acute Care / Neuro Diagnostics

Location

Newport News, VA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 3x12-Hour Shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services in an acute care hospital setting, including ICU, ED, and Medical/Surgical units
• Support NICU respiratory care for candidates with applicable experience
• Operate within a Level II Trauma Center environment alongside a team of 7–10 Respiratory Therapists depending on census
• Float to other units as needed based on facility census and staffing requirements
• Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic health records system

Required Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Active CRT or RRT credential in good standing
• BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• PALS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Valid Virginia respiratory therapy license in hand at time of submittal, or proof of a compact license
• EPIC electronic health records experience required
• Specialty experience within the last year required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NRP certification for candidates with NICU experience
• Prior experience in a Level II Trauma Center or multi-ICU acute care environment
• Experience providing NICU respiratory therapy support

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a high-acuity Level II Trauma Center with diverse patient populations across multiple ICUs and specialty units
• Local candidates are welcome to apply for this contract opportunity