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 by delivering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport in and out of the facility as medically prescribed. The therapist evaluates patients and recommends appropriate treatment plans, explaining the purpose and procedures of treatment to patients while providing necessary education for discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory, oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance and suctioning using various methods.
• Conduct monitoring of oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies per policy.
• Assist with procedures relating to respiratory care, including bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial punctures and manage ventilation efficiency monitoring and reporting.
• Adhere to laboratory testing policies and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation and facilitate preventive maintenance and equipment repair.
• Document all pertinent information related to treatments and patient responses.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient care and therapy.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging and assist in training new staff.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred.

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!