Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Travel Contract

Arlington, VA | Days 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 3x12s | 13-Week Contract | ASAP Start

This travel RRT opportunity is based in a respiratory care department serving a predominantly adult patient population, with occasional pediatric patients presenting through the Emergency Department. This is not a NICU-focused role.

Shift & Schedule

• Days, 3x12-hour shifts (07:00–19:00)
• Weekend coverage required
• Keep time-off requests minimal; holidays may be required

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Active Virginia Respiratory Therapy license — must be in hand at time of submission (pending licenses will not be accepted)
• RRT and CRT certifications required
• BLS (American Heart Association) and ACLS required

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an NBRC-approved Respiratory Care program or active AARC member
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience

Clinical Scope

Practitioners in this role provide direct and indirect respiratory care across the adult population. Key competencies include:

• Mechanical ventilation management, weaning, intubation assist, and extubation
• ABG interpretation and arterial punctures
• BiPAP, CPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
• Bronchoscopy support, tracheostomy care, and fresh trach management
• Aerosol therapies, inhaled medications, and pulmonary hygiene
• Inter-departmental patient transport

Vaccine Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Flu vaccine required October 1 – March 31 (medical exemptions only)

Charting system orientation is required prior to start; prior charting experience should be documented at submission.