Travel Contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,907/week

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Overview

Start Date07/20/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,907/week

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

Unit Information

Department: Respiratory Services
Facility size: 854 beds
Staff: Approximately 120 respiratory therapists
Shifts:
- Day: 15-20 RRTs for adult service lines, 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
- Night: 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines, 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
Patient ratios: 10 to 25 patients per therapist
Equipment used:
- GE R860 Adult ventilators
- Draeger Infant/Pediatric ventilators
- Newport HT70 transport ventilator
- V60 Non-invasive device
- Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system: Cerner
Floating assignments: All critical care units and floors
Dress code: Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs
Weekend requirement: At least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Weekly hours: 36 hours

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
Registered Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job Description Highlights

Work across adult and pediatric respiratory care units including NICU
Perform respiratory therapy procedures using advanced ventilators and oxygen delivery devices
Provide care in a Level II trauma center and comprehensive stroke center environment
Participate in a team recognized for nursing excellence and patient safety

This position is ideal for experienced respiratory therapists seeking a travel assignment in a high-acuity hospital setting with diverse patient populations and advanced respiratory care technology.

Employer

PRIDE Health

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About

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.

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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