Posted 09/21/2026 · Job #519843
Hospital RRT- Charlottesville, Virginia
Job Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric/NICU Travel Assignment in Charlottesville, VA
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist looking for a pediatric healthcare job in Virginia? Join a dynamic children’s hospital team in Charlottesville, Virginia, supporting neonates, infants, children, and adolescents in a high-acuity NICU/PICU environment.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Employment Type: Travel assignment
- Duration: 26 weeks
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Schedule: 36 or 48 hours per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,810 – $1,940
- Setting: Children’s hospital with NICU, PICU, high-risk deliveries, and acute care pediatrics
- Coverage: Every other weekend and every other holiday
- Scheduling: Self-scheduling model
- Location: Charlottesville, VA 22908
Job Requirements
- At least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required
- Current RRT certification required
- BLS and NRP required
- Virginia state license required; pending license may be accepted if obtained before the start date and another state license is held
- Strong NICU experience required; Level IV NICU experience required
- Experience providing respiratory care in pediatric critical care and multidisciplinary settings
- ACCS preferred
- PALS preferred
- Ability to work night shifts and participate in weekend/holiday coverage
Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory therapy services for neonates, infants, pediatric, and adolescent patients across multiple hospital units
- Support NICU, PICU, high-risk deliveries, and acute care pediatric patients with evidence-based respiratory care
- Set up and manage aerosol therapy, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, and ventilator support
- Assist with intubation, extubation, ABG interpretation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
- Manage neonatal transports and support respiratory care during interdepartmental transfers
- Operate advanced respiratory equipment, including the Bunnell Jet Ventilator and HFOV 3100A
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, high-quality patient care
- Float within scope of practice as needed and contribute to a high-performing pediatric care team
Location Highlights
- Charlottesville offers the charm of a vibrant university city with a strong healthcare community
- Enjoy scenic Blue Ridge views, parks, hiking, and outdoor recreation near Central Virginia
- Take advantage of a welcoming downtown with local restaurants, arts, culture, and entertainment
Apply now to join this rewarding pediatric respiratory therapist travel assignment in Charlottesville, VA.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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