Travel Respiratory Therapist

Travel Respiratory Therapist

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a hospital assignment treating adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.

Hospital setting providing respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients

Performs pulmonary function testing, extubations, airway management, and ventilatory life support

Varied shift schedule, mostly nights with some day shifts as needed

13-week assignment length

High school diploma or GED required

Completion of an approved Respiratory Therapy program

Credentialed by the NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Minimum 2 years of experience as a certified Respiratory Therapist

Current BLS and NRP certifications required

License required if applicable

Flu vaccine required

Skilled in use of mechanical ventilators and interpretation of arterial blood gases

Ability to work independently and under adverse conditions, including exposure to communicable diseases

Participates in assessment, administration, and evaluation of respiratory therapy treatments for critically ill patients

Collaborates with healthcare professionals on pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gases, and airway management

Provides patient education on respiratory therapy equipment and treatments

Responsible for cleaning, care, and maintenance of respiratory equipment

Works independently without supervisory responsibilities