Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift 3x12.0

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift - 3x12.0 hours per week.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist delivers high-quality patient care by providing intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport as medically prescribed. The role involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans while ensuring effective communication with patients and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using various equipment, including invasive and non-invasive ventilators, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Conduct chest physiotherapy and suctioning for patients using various methods.
• Monitor oxygenation and capnography according to hospital policy.
• Review patient chest X-rays to identify further evaluation needs.
• Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests and assist with related procedures.
• Conduct arterial punctures and assess ventilation efficiency.
• Utilize and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment, ensuring operational readiness.
• Document treatment procedures and patient responses accurately in medical records.
• Engage in effective communication with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency.
• Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary per BLS and ACLS guidelines.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Knowledge of and experience with respiratory care practices and techniques.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

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!