Registered Respiratory Therapist - 13-Week Contract Position

Location

Not specified

Schedule

12-hour AM shifts; 36 hours/week, with nights, every other weekend, and every other holiday.

Job Description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients with respiratory issues. The role includes performing patient assessments, establishing care plans, and collaborating with the healthcare team. The therapist will manage and monitor mechanical ventilators, provide education to patients and families, and perform various therapeutic modalities.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document thorough patient assessments.
• Establish appropriate care plans and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Administer aerosolized medications, perform secretion management, and provide oxygen therapy.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilators according to protocols.
• Educate patients and families on disease management.
• Assist in intra-hospital transport of ventilated patients.
• Manage acute airway emergencies and perform arterial blood gas sampling.
• Adhere to regulatory and safety standards and maintain the confidentiality of patient information.
• Function as a Shift Coordinator when designated and assist in clinical procedures.
• Act as a preceptor for orientees and students in clinical rotations.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• More than 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist license from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

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!