Respiratory Therapist (Nights) - 13-Week Contract

Location

Not specified

Schedule

This position requires a commitment to a night shift from 1845 to 0715, with rotating weekends included in the schedule.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our acute care team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality respiratory care to a diverse patient population, including adults, children, and neonates. The role entails performing essential respiratory treatments, managing ventilation, and participating in various procedures within inpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Administer breathing treatments and manage patients on ventilators.
• Perform and analyze ABG draws and samples, as well as EKGs for both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Assist in intubation procedures and work collaboratively with a team of therapists in critical care situations.
• Participate in departmental operations including initiating CPAP on infants as needed.
• Document patient care according to established protocols using the Expanse - hCare charting system.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current certifications: STABLE, ACLS, BLS (AHA), NRP, PALS, and CRT via NBRC; RRT preferred.
• Must possess a valid unexpired driver's license and disclose any licensing hits at submission.
• Experience required in ER, ICU, and inpatient adult respiratory care; pediatric experience preferred but willing to train.
• Familiarity with ventilators, specifically Puritan Bennett 840, Hamilton C1, Avea, and Bipap v60.

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!