Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Job in Charlottesville, VA

You will join University of Virginia Medical Center as a Registered Respiratory Therapist on a 13-week travel assignment. This position offers flexibility with availability for either 36 or 48 hours per week on night shifts, working 4x12-hour schedules. Weekly compensation is $3,075.84.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide respiratory care across the Children's Hospital, including NICU, PICU, high-risk deliveries, and acute care pediatrics units
• Float within scope of practice as needed across facility departments
• Manage patients with various respiratory conditions and assist in complex procedures
• Operate specialized equipment including Bunnell Jet Ventilator and HFOV 3100A
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, applying strong communication and critical thinking skills

Requirements:

• Current RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) certification
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience, with Level 4 NICU experience required
• Virginia state license required; applicants with pending licenses may apply if a temporary license can be obtained before the May 11, 2026 start date
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• PALS and ACCS certifications preferred
• Cardiac PICU experience preferred
• Epic charting system experience required
• Must have another state license to be eligible for temporary Virginia licensure

Schedule and Coverage:

• Assignment duration: 91 days, beginning May 11, 2026
• Every other weekend and every other holiday coverage required
• Self-scheduling model with manager discussion during interview

You will provide direct patient care in a specialized pediatric setting, working with critically ill infants and children. This role requires competency with advanced ventilation technologies and the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.