Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

This position involves a night shift of 3x12.0 hours per week.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, focusing on intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed. This role involves minimal supervision and requires the evaluation of patients to recommend treatment plans. The therapist will explain treatment purposes and procedures, as well as provide necessary education upon patient discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen, aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using different methods based on patient needs.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography according to established policies.
• Review patient chest x-rays routinely for evaluation needs.
• Perform 12-Lead EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist with respiratory care related procedures.
• Perform and manage tracheostomy care, including tube insertion and removal.
• Carry out arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency through testing.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory policies and perform necessary maintenance on equipment.
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding patient care and treatment efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and patient responses, including pre and post-assessment documentation.
• Engage in walking rounds for effective shift-to-shift communication.
• Ensure proper billing through accurate data entry and error correction of respiratory therapy charges.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Candidates must possess a valid Respiratory Therapy license and relevant certifications.

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!