Respiratory Unit - Respiratory Therapist

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs without the need for recruiters. This unique approach provides more transparency, eliminates pesky calls from recruiters, and puts more money in your pocket. Join the thousands of nurses and allied health professionals across the country who have already made the switch to a more modern way to work.

Experience:

• 12 months of experience with 3 months worked in the last 12 months.

• High School completion preferred.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have a license (required after submission).

• Local & travel allowed.

• No current placement allowed at Program: Medefis Program - Memorial Regional Health.

Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

Additional Details:

Required Credentials: - Graduate of a COARC approved Respiratory Care Program.

Preferred Skills/Experience: - Pulmonary diagnostics preferred. - Cardiac diagnostics (EKG, Holter monitor, Event Monitor, Cardiac Stress Testing) preferred.

Unit Details: - Provides respiratory care with emphasis in Emergency, Neonatal, Pediatric, Geriatric, and Critical Care populations. - Mechanical ventilation monitoring and ventilator management, medication administration, hemodynamic monitoring, and interpretation of blood work results. - Airway management including bag/mask ventilation, suction techniques, artificial airways, and assisting with intubation. - Performs arterial blood gas draws. - Working knowledge of cardiopulmonary equipment and assigned cardiopulmonary modalities.

Shift & Scheduling: - Holiday coverage not required.

7 days maximum time off

1 Manager/Supervisor reference required from within the last 12 months

Proof of identification required

Certifications:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or the alternative certification CRT

• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program – 8th Edition)

• Skills Checklist: Yes
• References: Yes
• Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist, Neonatal Resuscitation Program – 8th Edition, Basic Life Support

Job Details

• Job Type: Travel
• Nurse/Patient: – –
• Shift Type: Night
• Contract Date: Start ASAP
• Expected Length: 13 weeks
• Hours per Shift: 12
• Shifts per Week: 3