Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,147/weekOverview
- Start Date04/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
Seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join the Respiratory Services team at a large regional hospital. The facility is a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and neonatal intensive care units, and offers advanced respiratory care including robotic surgery support and interventional cardiology.
Unit Information
- Department: Respiratory Services
- Number of Beds: 854
- Staffing:
- Day Shift: 15-20 RRTs for adult service lines, 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatrics
- Night Shift: 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines, 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatrics
- Patient Ratios: 10-25 patients per therapist
- Equipment Used:
- GE R860 Adult ventilators
- Draeger Infant/Pediatric ventilators
- Newport HT70 transport ventilators
- V60 Non-invasive devices
- Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
- Floating Areas: All critical care units and floors
- Dress Code: Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs
- Weekend Requirement: At least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy, including experience within the last year
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Additional Information
- The role involves working with adult, neonatal, and pediatric patients across various critical care settings.
- Candidates must be able to work varied shifts including weekends.
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity environment with advanced respiratory care technology and a supportive team.
Employer
PRIDE Health
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Pros
Nenshi is a wonderful recruiter. Very detailed and thorough. Top tier communication.
Cons
I have not experienced any negative feedback.
Recommends working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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