Registered Respiratory Therapist
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
• Number of beds: 854
• Number of staff: 120
• Shifts:

  • 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 assignments: 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 license in North Carolina
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC)
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Demonstrated de-escalation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Additional Information

• The facility is a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and Level III neonatal intensive care units.
• Provides pediatric subspecialty care and is the region’s busiest robotic surgery program.
• Recognized for high clinical quality and patient safety standards.
• The role involves working with a diverse patient population including adult, neonatal, and pediatric patients.