Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift with 3x12 hour rotations.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by offering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as prescribed by medical professionals. This role involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients about procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory and aerosol equipment.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning procedures.
• Monitor patients with oximetry and capnography, and conduct routine evaluations using chest x-rays.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and recognize basic arrhythmias.
• Assist in respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Maintain and operate mechanical ventilation equipment, ensuring all devices are functioning properly.
• Document and communicate all treatment procedures and patient responses accurately.
• Perform CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines as needed.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current New Jersey state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in critical care and proficiency in respiratory treatments.

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!