Job Description
Job Description
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: 02/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
\n Facility: Advocate Southeast
\n Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM / 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
\n Start Date: 02/02/2026
\n Assignment Length: 13 Days (ends 02/05/2026)
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Position Overview:
\nJoin Advocate Southeast as a dedicated Respiratory Therapist on a short-term assignment designed to deliver exceptional patient care in a dynamic, teaching hospital environment. You will provide comprehensive respiratory care to a diverse patient population across multiple departments, ensuring optimal outcomes for neonates, pediatric, and adult patients.
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About the Facility:
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\n - 247 licensed beds\n
- Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center\n
- Recognized Teaching Hospital\n
- Chest Pain Center and Certified Stroke Center\n
- Located within a vibrant healthcare community\n
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Key Responsibilities:
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\n - Administer respiratory treatments and interventions to neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients throughout the facility.\n
- Operate and manage ventilators, including IPPV/NIPPV, with proficiency.\n
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including respiratory leadership, to tailor patient care plans.\n
- Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic medical records system.\n
- Float within designated departments such as ED, PICU, Peds CVICU, Peds PCU, and General Med Floors to meet department staffing needs.\n
- Contribute to patient safety and clinical excellence during each shift.\n
- Adhere to hospital policies, safety protocols, and maintain current licenses and certifications.\n
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What You Bring:
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\n - A minimum of 2 years of professional respiratory therapy experience within a hospital setting, with competency in ventilator management (IPPV/NIPPV).\n
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) in North Carolina.\n
- Valid NIC licensure.\n
- Current BLS, PALS, ACLS, and NRP certifications (Resource Team requirements).\n
- Strong clinical skills in Neonatal, Pediatric, and Adult respiratory care.\n
- Experience working in various units including ED, PICU, Peds CVICU, Peds PCU, and General Med Floors.\n
- Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and float confidently within assigned departments.\n
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.\n
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Preferred Education & Experience:
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\n - High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification or formal education in respiratory therapy preferred.\n
- Previous experience in a teaching hospital or Level 1 trauma center is highly desirable.\n
- Experience with EPIC EMR system is a plus.\n
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Certifications & Licenses:
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\n - North Carolina Respiratory Licensure (RRT or CRT)\n
- Current BLS, PALS, ACLS, and NRP certifications \n
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Benefits & Career Development:
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\n - Competitive weekly stipend of $702.86 with additional pay for work hours.\n
- Opportunity to work in a renowned teaching hospital with diverse patient populations.\n
- Gain exposure to advanced respiratory technology and protocols.\n
- Work with a dedicated leadership team committed to your professional growth.\n
- Short-term assignment ideal for gaining valuable experience and exploring new healthcare environments.\n
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Additional Details:
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\n - No floating to other facilities due to specialty needs.\n
- Free parking provided onsite.\n
- Must wear royal blue scrubs.\n
- Residents work approximately 75% of holidays, with scheduling accommodations available.\n
- Up to 6 days off for RTO (must be scheduled at contract start).\n
- Schedule cycle every 6 weeks.\n
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This short-term opportunity offers a chance to showcase your skills in a top-tier facility while enjoying a competitive stipend. Apply today to make an impactful difference in patient care and advance your career as a Respiratory Therapist!
Excite Health Partners Allied Job ID #194148. 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 Allied
For 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.
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