Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Details

Client Name
Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Respiratory Therapist

Specialty
Respiratory Therapist

Job ID
38399968

Job Title
Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Weekly Pay
$1784.8


Shift Details

Shift
12 Hour Day

Scheduled Hours
36


Job Order Details

Start Date
11/09/2026

End Date
02/13/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Respiratory Therapist

Location

Memphis, TN

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day Shift: 3x12.0 hours

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, offering intensive respiratory care and overseeing patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed. The role includes evaluating patients and recommending tailored treatment plans while explaining the purpose and procedures of treatments and equipment to patients, along with necessary discharge education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments operating various ventilatory equipment, oxygen, and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, tracheal).
• Monitor oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with procedures related to respiratory care (e.g., Bronchoscopy, Chest Tube placement).
• Conduct tracheostomy care and arterial punctures as required.
• Record treatment information and communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging and assist in equipment maintenance.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Current Respiratory Therapist certification and state licensure are mandatory for this position.

Why ARMStaffing?

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

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Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

Client Details

Address
1265 Union Avenue 10th Floor

City
Memphis

State
TN

Zip Code
38104


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