Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12.0 hours per week.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, operating within the scope of their professional license and with minimal supervision. Key responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Explain treatment purposes and procedures to patients, providing necessary education upon discharge.
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments and operate various invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment.
• Administer medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation effectively.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using various techniques.
• Conduct monitoring procedures such as oximetry and capnography.
• Review patients' chest x-rays for further evaluation when needed.
• Assist in procedures including bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatments and patient responses.
• Communicate effectively with physicians regarding therapy efficiency and patient care.
• Ensure proper charging and documentation of respiratory therapy services.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Candidates must possess the appropriate licensure and certifications relevant to the role of Respiratory Therapist, as well as experience in respiratory care practices.

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!