Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift; 3 x 12-hour shifts.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport according to medical prescriptions, within the professional scope of practice and with minimal supervision. This role includes evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans while providing education prior to discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments, operating various ventilatory equipment, invasive and non-invasive devices, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal).
• Monitor oxygenation levels and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays to assess needs for further evaluation.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist in procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Administer tracheostomy care and manage endotracheal tube procedures.
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Engage in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Record treatments and patient responses accurately in medical records and communicate with physicians regarding therapy effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging and participate in equipment maintenance and repair.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license.
• Experience in a clinical setting with respiratory care and procedures.
• Current BLS and ACLS 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!