Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, offering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. The role involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using appropriate methods.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patients’ chest x-rays to assess further evaluation needs.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist with procedures related to respiratory care (e.g., bronchoscopy, chest tube placement).
• Perform tracheostomy care and arterial puncture as per policy.
• Administer CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Record treatments and patient responses accurately on records and charts.
• Maintain ventilatory equipment and ensure proper functioning.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Respiratory Therapy License.
• Experience in performing respiratory procedures and treatments.
• Certification 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!