Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

This is a night shift position from 5:45 PM to 6:15 AM on a rotating schedule: Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific Physician's orders and department policies and procedures. The role involves assessing, treating, and caring for patients with breathing disorders, along with maintaining patient records and operating respiratory care equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and complete respiratory assessments of patients.
• Determine treatment requirements including type, method, duration, and medications based on physician orders.
• Formulate and evaluate teaching plans for patients and families, particularly about pain management and discharge planning.
• Monitor patients' physiological responses to therapy and consult with Physicians as necessary.
• Prepare and administer respiratory medications and conduct tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
• Maintain equipment and ensure proper documentation is completed promptly.
• Follow established safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current IL Respiratory Therapist License Required
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred
• Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate EMR programs

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!