Respiratory Therapist Job in Asheville, NC

You will work as a Respiratory Therapist on a travel assignment at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. This is a backfill position with a 91-day duration, starting October 19, 2026.

Shift and Schedule

• 3x12 nights, 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Variable weekend schedule required with at least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week cycle

Role Responsibilities

• Float across all critical care units and floors as needed
• Manage patient care with ratios ranging from 10 to 25 patients
• Work with adult and NICU/pediatric service lines
• Operate equipment including GE R860 Adult ventilators, Draeger Infant/Pediatric ventilators, Newport HT70 transport ventilator, V60 Non-invasive device, Vapotherm, and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
• Document patient information using Cerner EMR system

Staffing Context

• Night shift includes 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines and 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines

Required Credentials and Certifications

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) required; CRTs will not be considered
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• North Carolina Respiratory License
• NRP certification preferred

Dress Code

• Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs required

Compensation

• Weekly pay: $1,576.80