Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

This position is for a Night shift with 3x12 hour shifts.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport within the facility as medically prescribed, adhering to the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures and equipment, and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician prescribed treatments with various ventilatory, oxygen, and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and secretion clearance.
• Execute patient suctioning through various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal).
• Monitor oximetry and capnography as per policy.
• Review patients’ chest x-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies according to policy.
• Assist with bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and emergency tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial punctures and assess ventilation efficiency.
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain mechanical ventilation equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
• Document treatments and communicate with attending physicians regarding therapy effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging and data entry.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist is required. Additional relevant certifications in BLS and ACLS are preferred. Candidates should possess experience in respiratory care delivery and patient management.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!