Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

This position requires shifts of 3x12.0 hours, primarily during the day.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed. This role requires evaluating patients and recommending appropriate treatment plans, as well as explaining the purpose and procedures of treatments and equipment to patients, ensuring they receive necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments operating various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning of patients by various methods.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography according to policy, conducting routine reviews of patients' chest x-rays and pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with procedures related to respiratory care, such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Deliver adequate drainage of chest via PleurX catheter and perform tracheostomy care.
• Conduct arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency while recording results.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Set up and self-test all ventilatory equipment and maintain mechanical ventilation.
• Communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency and ensure accurate documentation.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging, including data entry and correction of errors.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Candidates must possess a valid professional license as a Respiratory Therapist and relevant certifications in BLS and 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!