Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

Day shift consisting of 3 shifts, 12 hours each.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. The therapist evaluates patients and recommends appropriate treatment plans. They are responsible for explaining the purpose and procedures of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients, and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory, oxygen, and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance.
• Conduct suctioning of patients using oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods.
• Monitor oxygen saturation and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial puncture and evaluate ventilation efficiency.
• Conduct cardiopulmonary resuscitation as per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Manage and maintain ventilatory equipment, ensuring functionality and safety.
• Document treatment outcomes and communicate with medical personnel regarding patient status.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Candidates must possess a current professional license as a Respiratory Therapist and relevant certifications as per the position's requirements.

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!