Respiratory Therapist

Location

Augusta, GA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, including some weekends.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional care in our facility. The ideal candidate will have experience working with advanced respiratory equipment including Drager vents, Phillips V60 CPAP machines, Arivo2, and Hiflo systems. This position requires proficiency in performing arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and other related respiratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and treat patients requiring respiratory support with various equipment.
• Perform arterial blood gas analysis and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Monitor patient progress and make necessary modifications to care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to provide high-quality patient care.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Respiratory Therapy license.
• Certifications in PALS, ACLS, and BLS.
• Strong competency with ventilators (including Drager vents and Phillips V60 CPAPs).
• Experience performing arterial blood gasses and using Hiflo devices.

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!