Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

This is a 13-week contract position.

Night Shift: 3x12 hour shifts

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport within the facility as medically prescribed. They are responsible for evaluating patients and recommending appropriate treatment plans while ensuring patient education during discharge.

• Perform physician-prescribed routine treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer devices.
• Conduct chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance and perform suctioning using multiple methods.
• Execute oximetry and capnography monitoring according to established policies.
• Review patients' chest x-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies as required.
• Assist in procedures related to respiratory care, including bronchoscopy and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial puncture and monitor, record, and report vital test results.
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation following BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Document all treatment information, patient responses, and communicate effectively with physicians.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging and participate in equipment maintenance as needed.

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license
• Experience in administering respiratory treatments in clinical settings
• Certification in BLS and ACLS

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

• 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!