Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift, 3x12.0 hours per week.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as directed by medical prescription. This role operates within the scope of professional licensing and requires minimal supervision. Key responsibilities include evaluating patient conditions and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures and equipment to patients, and educating them during discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to aid in secretion clearance.
• Administer suctioning using various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal).
• Monitor patient oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest X-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with bronchoscopy, chest tube placements, and other respiratory care procedures.
• Perform CPR per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain mechanical ventilation and perform equipment tests.
• Document patient treatments and responses accurately in medical records.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license.
• Experience in various respiratory care procedures, including but not limited to endotracheal tube insertion and tracheostomy care.
• Ability to perform arterial punctures and recognize basic arrhythmias.

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!