Registered Respiratory Therapist
Asheville, NC
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,805/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Therapist (Registered) position in Asheville, North Carolina, involves providing respiratory care to adult and pediatric patients within the Respiratory Services unit. This role requires candidates to bring their license on the first day and is scheduled for night shifts. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a renowned healthcare organization committed to high-quality patient care.
Job Details:
- Location: Asheville, North Carolina
- Address: 509 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapist (Registered)
- Shift: Night shift, 12 hours
- Schedule: No minimum hours per week specified; at least 36 hours per week expected.
- Required Qualifications: North Carolina Respiratory License, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), BLS, ACLS, PALS, and current license.
- Preferred Qualifications: NRP certification is considered advantageous.
- Float: Float rotation may be required in all critical care units and floors.
- Additional Information: Varying weekends required, with at least 4 weekend shifts every 6-week schedule. One position available.
- Responsibilities: Providing advanced respiratory care for adult and pediatric patients, utilizing various ventilators and respiratory devices, in accordance with unit policies and patient needs.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
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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