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

$1,775-2,380/week

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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 acute care hospital. The facility is a regional referral center with advanced care capabilities including Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care, and a busy robotic surgery program.

Unit Information

Unit: 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 ventilator
- V60 Non-invasive ventilation device
- Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner

Schedule & Work Environment

Varying weekends required (at least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule)
Floating to all critical care units and floors
Dress code: Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in North Carolina
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
Minimum 2 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy, including experience within the last year
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification

Preferred Qualifications

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred

Additional Information

Typical procedures performed align with critical care and neonatal/pediatric respiratory therapy
Candidates without the required license and certifications will not be considered

This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity environment with a diverse patient population and advanced respiratory care technology.

Facility

Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

3.2rating(188 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

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Short Term Acute Care
723 beds

ADDRESS509 Biltmore AvenueAsheville, NC 28801

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel 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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