Registered Respiratory Therapist - Rotating Shift - 12 x 3

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Rotating Shift - 12 x 3

Job Description

Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.

Responsibilities

• Reads prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment.
• Determines the most suitable method of administering inhalants and modifications needed to be compatible with physician's orders.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders.
• Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives.
• Sets up and operates mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, and aerosol generators.
• Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy.
• Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patients with breathing exercises.
• Consults with a physician in the event of adverse reactions.
• Maintains patient charts containing pertinent identification and therapy information.
• Assists in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and responds to code situations.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory program.
• 2 years of experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RTT) certification.
• NRP may be required for certain facilities.
• State Licensure: Compliance with PA Act 31, 33, 34, 73.

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
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• 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!