Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist
Location: La Plata, Maryland
Job Type: Travel
Weekly Pay: $2393.80
Duration: 18 weeks
Shift: 12 Hour Night
Start Date: 2026-11-02
Shifts Per Week: 3
Scheduled Hours: 36
Job Description
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights
Assignment Duration
This is a contract position for 18 weeks.
Schedule
Night shift, 3x12-hour schedule from 19:00 to 07:30.
Job Description
The Respiratory Therapist will provide critical care respiratory therapy for patients of all ages, including neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. The therapist will work as part of a Rapid Response Team (RRT) and is expected to float within the specialty as needed to support respiratory care. Strong pediatric and adult experience is required, with a preference for candidates with prior experience in charge roles.
Responsibilities
- Deliver respiratory care in accordance with established protocols for a wide range of patients.
- Administer aerosol therapies and monitor patient responses.
- Assist in high-risk deliveries and perform intubation and extubation as needed.
- Conduct arterial punctures and other necessary diagnostic procedures.
- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding respiratory care.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy with demonstrated pediatric and adult experience.
- Current RRT or CRT licensure, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are mandatory.
- CPI certification required; must utilize the Calm Every Storm online version for compliance.
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!
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