Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12.0.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, all while operating within the scope of their professional license with minimal supervision. The role involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients on the purpose and procedures of treatments, tests, and equipment upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, both invasive and non-invasive.
• Administer oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer treatments to deliver prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning via various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, tracheal).
• Create and monitor oximetry and capnography assessments according to policy.
• Review patients' chest x-rays and conduct 12-Lead EKGs with basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Carry out pulmonary function studies and assist with respiratory care-related procedures (e.g., bronchoscopy, chest tube placement).
• Manage tracheostomy care and perform arterial punctures as per policy.
• Document all pertinent treatment information and communicate effectively with healthcare teams regarding patient care.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of ventilatory equipment.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Relevant licensure as a respiratory therapist is required.

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!