Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

Location

New York, NY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift: 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:00)

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist will provide critical care respiratory therapy in various settings, including the ICU, Emergency Department, and pediatrics. The therapist will be responsible for delivering care with proficiency and compassion, supporting both adult and pediatric populations, including newborn stabilization prior to transport.

Responsibilities

• Administer aerosol therapy and manage respiratory equipment.
• Conduct extubation and airway management.
• Perform tracheostomy care, suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene.
• Monitor patients and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs).
• Manage ventilator settings and wean patients from mechanical ventilation.
• Provide support in emergency situations, including potential care for COVID-19 populations.
• Occasionally perform EKGs in support of the Cardiology Department after hours.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Valid New York State license (must be in hand prior to submission).
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CRT, NRP.
• Experience with EPIC charting system is required.

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!