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

Unit Information

• Department: Respiratory Services
• Location: Main Respiratory Therapy Department
• Number of Beds: 854
• Number of Staff: 120
• Shift 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 ventilator
  • V60 Non-invasive device
  • Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System: 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 Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in North Carolina
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC
• Minimum of 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job Details

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy (RRT)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Typical Procedures: Respiratory care across adult, neonatal, and pediatric populations in critical care settings
• Personality Fit: Candidates should be adaptable to floating across critical care units and able to manage a varied patient load

Additional Notes

• This is a travel assignment requiring licensure in North Carolina.
• The role supports a high-acuity hospital with Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke, and Level III neonatal intensive care services.
• The hospital is recognized for clinical quality and nursing excellence.

This position is ideal for experienced RRTs seeking a travel opportunity in a large, high-acuity hospital environment with diverse patient populations and advanced respiratory care technology.