Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

Day shift, 3x12 hours

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, performing intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed and within the scope of their professional license. This role involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, as well as educating patients about their conditions and treatment options.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine evaluations and recommend treatment plans for patients.
• Educate patients on the purpose and procedures of treatments and equipment.
• Administer physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning, including oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods.
• Monitor patients using oximetry and capnography, and review chest X-rays as needed.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Execute cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain respiratory therapy records, documenting treatment details and patient responses.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient care and therapy efficiency.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current NJ State Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in performing respiratory therapy procedures.
• Knowledge of respiratory equipment and monitoring techniques.

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!