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Certified Respiratory Therapist / Pulmonary Function Technologist – Contract Job in New Brunswick, NJ

Join a hospital-based Pulmonary Function Laboratory in New Brunswick, New Jersey, as a Certified Respiratory Therapist and Pulmonary Function Technologist. This 13-week respiratory therapy contract offers a consistent weekday schedule, approximately six patient visits per day, and the opportunity to provide pulmonary function testing and respiratory care for adolescent, adult, and pediatric patients. New Brunswick is a vibrant central New Jersey healthcare community known for its strong medical and academic presence, diverse culture, and convenient access to the region’s major metropolitan areas.

Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,260-$2,430
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital-based Pulmonary Function Laboratory
• Location: New Brunswick, NJ
• Assignment Dates: November 9, 2026-February 8, 2027
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; 5 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 8-hour day shifts
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Weekends and Holidays: None scheduled
• Patient Volume: Approximately 6 visits per day
• Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and pediatric patients

Certified Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Previous experience in a Pulmonary Function Testing Laboratory required
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in pulmonary function testing, respiratory diagnostics, and respiratory care procedures
• Experience with electronic clinical documentation systems; Epic experience is desirable
• Strong patient assessment, communication, organization, and patient-care skills

Pulmonary Function Technologist Responsibilities

• Perform basic spirometry and comprehensive pulmonary function tests
• Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise testing, stress testing, and bronchial provocation testing
• Perform diffusion studies and lung volume testing, including helium dilution, nitrogen washout, and plethysmography techniques
• Administer and support respiratory therapies, including bronchodilators, inhaled steroids, aerosol treatments, nebulizers, masks, and metered-dose inhalers
• Collect arterial blood samples, perform arterial punctures, and obtain and interpret arterial blood gas results
• Perform basic EKG testing and assist with related cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures
• Provide safe, age-appropriate respiratory care for patients with respiratory conditions, including cystic fibrosis
• Explain procedures, monitor patient tolerance, and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Collaborate with respiratory services and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team

Apply now for this Certified Respiratory Therapist and Pulmonary Function Technologist contract opportunity in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.