Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,161 per week
Charlotte, NC, 28245, USA
- $1,247.92 p/week
- Healthcare
- Respiratory Therapist
- travel therapy
- critical care
This position is for a travel Respiratory Therapist at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC, providing critical respiratory care across multiple facilities within Region 2. The role involves working 12-hour night shifts for 13 weeks, delivering care to adult and NICU patients using advanced respiratory equipment. Candidates must hold applicable certifications and licenses, possess at least two years of critical or acute care experience, and demonstrate flexibility to float among various hospital units.
Excite Health Partners Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 12/29/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Facility: Atrium Health Pineville
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift - 36 hours per week
Start Date: 12/29/2025
Scheduled End: 03/28/2026
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Weekly Stipend: $1,247.92
Weekly Taxable Pay: $1,887.24
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (Resource Team requirements)
- RRT or CRT certification
- North Carolina Licensure
JOB DESCRIPTION
Join our dynamic team as a Respiratory Therapist at Atrium Health Pineville, a leading healthcare facility located at 10628 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC. This role involves providing critical respiratory care to a diverse adult patient population, including NICU (non-pediatric). No accommodations will be considered for travelers taking time off during Thanksgiving or Christmas.
This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with over 300 patient visits daily. You will be expected to float between various facilities within Region 2, including Pineville, Anson, Union, Union West, and others within the CMC system. The role includes working on all floor therapies, critical care, CVICU, NICU, ED, and progressive care units.
You will be supported by respiratory care leadership and staff, utilizing advanced equipment like servo ventilators, Trilogy, ResMed AirCurve, HiFlow, Airvo, NOXbox, and bubble CPAP, in a state-of-the-art EPIC electronic medical record system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional respiratory therapy to adult and NICU patients.
- Operate and troubleshoot advanced ventilation and oxygen delivery equipment.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
- Float between designated facilities within the region, maintaining flexibility and professionalism.
- Adhere to departmental policies, protocols, and safety standards.
- Work scheduled shifts, including every other weekend, with no mandatory call.
- Cover 75% of holidays; schedule includes 2 winter and 2 summer holidays (negotiable).
- Manage patient care efficiently during 12-hour night shifts.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a critical or acute care setting.
- Experience in adult care, NICU, CVICU, ED, and progressive care units preferred.
- Proficiency with critical care equipment and all-floor therapies.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments via floating.
Preferred Education & Experience:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related healthcare field.
- Prior travel therapy experience is a plus but not required.
- Demonstrated excellence in patient care within high-volume hospital settings.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts and perform in fast-paced environments.
Additional Details:
- Scrub Color: Royal Blue
- Parking: Free
- Department Culture: Emphasis on teamwork, adherence to values, and continuous improvement.
- Floating to facilities within Region 2, including Pineville, Anson, Union, Union West, and affiliated centers.
- Orientation includes NEO and two departmental days.
- Schedule cycle repeats every 6 weeks, with flexibility for days off as approved (up to 6 days RTO).
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a reputable organization while gaining diverse clinical experience. Apply now to join our committed team of healthcare professionals!
Excite Health Partners Allied Job ID #192212. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist
About Excite Health Partners AlliedFor more than a decade, Excite Health Partners has matched opportunities with success. Starting as a two-man company, Excite Health Partners has rapidly expanded becoming a leading provider in healthcare recruitment for health systems across the United States. From Allied Health services to Travel Nursing, we address the ever-growing staffing needs within the industry. We take the time to connect healthcare professionals to the right-fit position, turning jobs into careers. Success starts today, let's get to it.




