Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 1+ years of recent experience for a night shift hospital position requiring Epic EMR experience.

Requirements

• Active RRT credential required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• State license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience with Epic EMR required
• Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, IMV, and SIMV
• Experience with airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Proficient in arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
• Experience with oxygen therapy delivery methods including HFNC, ET tube, and trach collar
• Experience caring for patients with ARDS, COVID, pneumonia, and cystic fibrosis
• Experience with medication delivery systems including nebulizers and MDIs
• Experience with patient transport, including inter-departmental and ambulance transport

Responsibilities

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy/Neuro Diagnostics unit
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekend rotation required, typically every other weekend
• On-call shifts may be required, up to 2 per 6-week schedule (up to 4 per 13-week contract), limited to one call shift per week and only from 4PM-8PM on night shifts
• May be required to float to other units or campuses within the health system based on census needs, limited to units where competencies have been demonstrated
• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy care across adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Participate in chest physiotherapy, pulmonary hygiene and suctioning procedures
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Orientation held every Monday with annual compliance training required
• Pre-assignment testing and training modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials
• RTO should be limited during the contract and holiday coverage is expected
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility system to be eligible for full travel pay rate, with reduced rates available for those 90-99.9 miles away
• Night shift RRT candidates may qualify under an exception allowing a 50+ mile radius from the contracted facility for full pay eligibility

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-772080

Open Positions: 1