Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift: 3x12.0

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the confines of their professional license and with minimal supervision. The role involves evaluating patients and recommending appropriate treatment plans, educating patients on treatment purposes and procedures, and offering discharge education.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers to administer prescribed therapies.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning through various methods.
• Conduct oximetry and capnography monitoring as per guidelines.
• Review patient chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures, including bronchoscopy and chest tube placements.
• Provide tracheostomy care and manage arterial punctures as required.
• Record treatment information and communicate effectively with physicians about therapy efficiency.
• Maintain equipment, ensuring proper operations and preventative maintenance.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Valid state license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Experience with ventilatory equipment and respiratory procedures preferred.

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!