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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) for Respiratory Services specializing in NICU/Pediatrics. CRTs are not acceptable. Must have a North Carolina Respiratory Therapist license in hand prior to submission.

Unit Information

Unit: Respiratory Services NICU/Peds
Beds:
- 51 bed Level 3 NICU
- 10 bed PICU
- 20 bed Pediatric floor
Staff:
- 17 NICU/Peds RRTs (120 total staff)
Shifts:
- Day Shift: 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Peds
- Night Shift: 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Peds
Patient Ratios: 10 - 25 patients
Equipment Used:
- Draeger Infant/Peds vents
- HFOV
- Infant Flow SiPAP
- Newport HT70 and Hamilton T1 and C1 transport vents
- Vapotherm
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner

Required Qualifications

Valid Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina (must have license in hand before applying)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential with NBRC certification
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including at least 2 years providing respiratory therapy services for NICU/Pediatrics
Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications

NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist certification)

Typical Procedures

High risk deliveries
Airway and ventilator management
Intubation and extubation
Capillary and arterial blood gas collection and analysis

Work Environment

Floating to general adult medical floors may be required
Dress code: Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs
Weekend shifts: At least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule, varying weekends
On-call requirements may apply

Summary

This travel RRT position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity NICU/Pediatric respiratory unit with advanced ventilator equipment and a supportive team environment. Candidates must hold a current NC Respiratory Therapist license and have at least 2 years of experience in the specialty. Certifications in BLS, PALS, and NRP are required, with ACLS and NPS preferred.

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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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