Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist - 13-Week Assignment

Night shift: 3x12.0 hours

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed. This role involves minimal supervision and requires proficiency in evaluating patients and recommending appropriate treatment plans. It also includes explaining treatment purposes and procedures to patients and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient chest x-rays to determine the need for further evaluation.
• Carry out pulmonary function studies as per guidelines.
• Assist with respiratory care-related procedures, including bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Execute tracheostomy care and arterial punctures per policy.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with BLS and ACLS protocols.
• Set up and maintain various types of mechanical ventilation.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy charging and documentation.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current VA License as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in intensive respiratory care is preferred.

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

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

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