Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job Details

ICU and Pedi experience, NeonatesBLS required and ACLSPediatric experience preferred/PALS preferredThis Respiratory Tech position is based in Newport, Rhode Island, a classic New England coastal city known for its stunning waterfront, historic charm, and vibrant year-round activities. Newport offers easy access to beautiful beaches, sailing and boating, scenic coastal walks, and iconic Gilded Age mansions. The community blends a relaxed seaside lifestyle with lively restaurants, local shops, and seasonal festivals, giving you plenty to enjoy outside of work. Providence and other Rhode Island destinations are within comfortable driving distance, making it convenient to explore the wider region.The hospital is a well-established community facility with strong connections to a larger regional health system, providing access to advanced resources, specialists, and a collaborative network of care. You will be part of a dedicated respiratory care team that works closely with physicians, nurses, and other disciplines to deliver high-quality, patient-centered services. The culture emphasizes patient safety, continuous learning, and mutual support, making it a welcoming environment for both experienced clinicians and those looking to further their skills.In this role, you can expect a varied and engaging clinical experience. A typical day may involve providing respiratory treatments at the bedside, managing oxygen therapy, administering aerosolized medications, and performing airway clearance techniques. You will support patients across units such as medical-surgical, telemetry, emergency department, and intensive care, adjusting your interventions to meet diverse needs. Responsibilities can include ventilator setup and monitoring, assisting with intubations, obtaining and processing arterial blood gases, and responding to respiratory-related rapid calls in collaboration with the care team.You will use modern respiratory equipment and work within a structured documentation system using the facility's EMR. Patient assignments and ratios are designed to balance safe, attentive care with the realities of a busy community hospital. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, offering different scheduling options depending on department needs. The position provides opportunities to participate in clinical initiatives, unit-based projects, and training that can support your career progression within respiratory care.

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Required Qualifications

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Adult Certifications(At least one of the following): BLS, ACLS OR Certified Respiratory Therapist, Adult ICU and Pedi experience, Neonates BLS required and ACLS Pediatric experience preferred/PALS preferred

Preferred Qualifications

ICU and Pedi experience, Neonates BLS required and ACLS Pediatric experience preferred/PALS preferred

About Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.