Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is an 8-week contract position, with the possibility of extension.

Schedule

Day shift, 3 days per week (3x12.0), with a preference to work both day and night shifts as needed.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed. The therapist is expected to operate with minimal supervision while executing core responsibilities within the scope of their professional license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend personalized treatment plans.
• Provide education to patients regarding treatments, tests, and equipment they will encounter.
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments utilizing various ventilatory and oxygenation equipment.
• Perform various respiratory procedures including but not limited to suctioning, oximetry monitoring, and pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with complex procedures like bronchoscopy and chest tube placements.
• Maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation on different types of equipment.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff regarding patient care and report results accurately.
• Document all pertinent information of treatments in patient charts as per policy.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Michigan Respiratory Therapist License.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Certification is mandatory before hire.
• Prior experience in a respiratory care setting is preferred.

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!