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 September 21, 2026.

Shift and Schedule

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

Scope of Work

• Float across all critical care units and floors
• Manage patient loads ranging from 10 to 25 patients
• 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 using Cerner EMR system

Staffing Environment

• Day shift includes 15–20 RRTs for adult service lines and 3–4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
• Night shift includes 12–16 RRTs for adult service lines and 3–4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines

Required Credentials and Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and North Carolina Respiratory License

Preferred Certification

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Dress Code

• Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs

Compensation

• Weekly pay: $1,576.80