Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

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.