Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12.0 hours.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures to patients, and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed routine treatments using ventilatory equipment, oxygen, aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using various methods.
• Monitor patients through oximetry and capnography as per policy.
• Review chest x-rays to evaluate the need for further assessment.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist with respiratory care procedures.
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation on various equipment.
• Record treatment information and communicate with healthcare providers about therapy effectiveness.
• Ensure accurate respiratory therapy charging, including data entry and error correction.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Must possess appropriate licensure and certifications to perform respiratory therapy services as per state regulations.

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!