Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Description

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), you will assess, treat, and care for patients across various age groups who suffer from pulmonary disorders. This role involves performing diagnostic testing, utilizing cardiopulmonary equipment, and ensuring effective airway management to support or monitor patients' breathing.

Responsibilities

• Gather data to accurately assess a patient's current health status.
• Assess patients according to their physical or age-related needs.
• Observe, record, and report symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients.
• Administer and record prescribed medications, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Manage airways by performing endotracheal intubations, extubations, and providing pulmonary hygiene and tracheostomy care.
• Provide emergency life support procedures as needed.
• Deliver extensive health education to patients and community members.

Schedule

This position requires three 12-hour night shifts (7 PM - 7:30 AM) per week, including three holiday shifts per season and every other weekend.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Associate's Degree (or higher) in Respiratory Therapy or Respiratory Care.
• Active NBRC credential and a valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care hospital setting, with experience in both the Emergency Department and adult critical care required.
• 1+ year of experience working in a Level 3 NICU 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!