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. Responsibilities include evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures and treatments to patients, and providing education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen, and nebulizer devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods as required.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography based on policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays and recommend further evaluation as needed.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies following established policies.
• Assist with procedures related to respiratory care according to policy.
• Provide tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tubes as needed.
• Perform arterial puncture and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Follow all laboratory testing policies, including specimen handling and quality control.
• Execute cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Set up and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment; assist in its repair as necessary.
• Document treatments and patient responses accurately.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team and report necessary information during shifts.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Candidate must possess relevant licensure and certifications necessary for the role of Respiratory Therapist.

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!