Registered Respiratory Therapist
Richmond, Virginia
Chippenham Hospital
$1,420-1,870/weekMedical Solutions Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit and Work Environment
- Unit: Respiratory Care
- Facility Size: 478 beds
- Patient Assignments: Based on volume, no fixed patient ratios
- Staffing: Respiratory Therapists assigned to units for patient care; unit secretaries and tech support available
- Equipment Used: PB980 ventilators, V60 NIV, Fisher & Paykel high flow devices
- Documentation System: Meditech
- Scheduling: Every other weekend, 12-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 7:00 PM)
- Floating: May float to nearby campus as needed
- Dress Code: Navy scrubs
Work Culture and Environment
- Team-oriented with a "family feel" culture
- Positive attitude highly valued
- Level 1 trauma center with diverse clinical experiences
- New mechanical ventilator fleet and ongoing emergency department expansion
- Strong supervisor support for work/life balance and staff well-being
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Virginia
- Minimum 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience
Additional Notes
- Patient experience expectations include use of AIDET communication framework and exemplifying core values at all times
This position is ideal for respiratory therapists seeking a supportive, team-focused environment with exposure to advanced respiratory care technologies and trauma cases.
Facility
Chippenham Hospital
Pros
Flexible scheduling, kind management
Cons
Patient ratio, patients code every day
- Short Term Acute Care
- 793 beds
Richmond, VA
About
Located on the banks of the James River, Richmond, Virginia, is a historic city known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and scenic river views. In addition to historical landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond is also home to several excellent colleges and universities, including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. For a taste of local Southern flavor, check out Max Downtown for a delicious farm-to-table meal or stop by The Tobacco Company Restaurant for some of the best ribs around. Richmond’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an even more appealing destination for thrifty locals and visitors.
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