Job Description

Job Description

Excite Health Partners Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Winston-Salem, 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 - Adult
\n Facility: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
\n Shift: 1830-0700
\n Start Date: 12/29/2025
\n Assignment Length: Not Specified

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Job Description:
\nUrgent opening for a Respiratory Therapist - Adult at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. We are seeking experienced professionals to provide critical care support across various hospital units, including ICU and Medical/Surgical floors. The ideal candidate must be able to start by December 29, 2025, or sooner, due to urgent staffing needs.

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About Facility:

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• Location: 1 Medical Center Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27157\n
• 885 licensed beds\n
• Level 1 Trauma Designation\n
• Teaching Hospital / Academic Medical Center\n
• Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center\n

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Department Information:

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• Patient census varies daily, with assignments based on workload, including ICU and Medical/Surgical units\n
• Typical patient diagnoses include post-surgical recovery, pneumonia, COPD, asthma, and ED patients\n
• Critical care experience (minimum 2 years) required, with preference given to candidates with previous Level 1 trauma or high-acuity experience\n
• First-time travelers considered\n

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Certifications & Licenses:

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• North Carolina License (Adult RT)\n
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)\n
• BLS (Basic Life Support)\n
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)\n

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Skills & Experience:

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• Minimum 2 years of critical care respiratory therapy experience, ideally in high-acuity or trauma settings\n
• Prior experience with advanced respiratory equipment such as Servo U, Servo Air, The Vest, Volara, Aerogen, Heated High Flow, and cough assist devices; pediatric experience with HFJV and HFOV preferred\n
• Proficiency with EMR systems, specifically EPIC\n
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team supporting both adult and pediatric patients\n

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Support & Supervision:

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• Lead Therapists oversee each shift, fostering teamwork and quality patient care\n

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Technology & Equipment:

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• EMR: EPIC\n
• Department-specific equipment experience: Servo U, Servo Air, The Vest, Volara, Aerogen, Heated High Flow, Cough Assist, HFJV, HFOV\n

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Work Environment & Schedule:

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• No floating required; assignments based on experience and departmental needs\n
• Orientation includes Neonatal-Encephalopathy (NEO) and departmental onboarding (1-2 days)\n
• Shift options: 06:30 – 19:00 or 18:30 – 07:00, every 6 weeks cycle\n
• Weekend rotation: Every other weekend\n
• Holiday work: 75% of holidays required\n
• No on-call hours\n
• Parking: Free employee parking\n
• Scrub color: Pewter (charcoal grey)\n
• Department culture: A highly experienced team demonstrating excellent teamwork, with strong leadership\n

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Other Details:

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• Weekly Stipend: $1,246.00\n
• Weekly Taxable Pay: $1,922.87\n
• Contract Duration: 13.0 months (through March 28, 2026)\n
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week\n
• Shifts Per Week: 3 shifts\n
• Start Date: 12/29/2025\n

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What You Bring:

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• At least 2 years of critical care respiratory therapy experience, preferably in a Level 1 trauma or high-acuity hospital setting\n
• Valid North Carolina RT license, RRT certification, BLS, and ACLS certifications\n
• Strong knowledge of advanced respiratory equipment and ICU protocols\n
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively within a diverse team\n
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset\n
• Flexibility to work flexible hours, including holidays, with a reliable and professional attitude\n

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Preferred Education & Experience:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, Nursing, or related healthcare field preferred\n
• Prior experience with pediatric respiratory devices like HFJV and HFOV is a plus\n
• Experience working in teaching hospitals, trauma centers, or with complex patient populations is highly desired\n

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If you're a dedicated respiratory therapist ready to make an immediate impact, we encourage you to apply. Join a team committed to exceptional patient care and professional growth.

Excite Health Partners Allied Job ID #191583. 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 - Adult

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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