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Respiratory Therapist

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Contract Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Durham, NC

Location: Durham, North Carolina Schedule: Contract Experience Required: 2+ Years Credentials: Active CRT, RRT, or State License

About the Opportunity

A respected healthcare facility in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a contract assignment. This role is ideal for RTs who thrive in clinical environments, deliver exceptional patient care, and want a contract position with competitive pay and strong recruiter support.

Responsibilities
  • Perform respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator management
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on clinical response
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Safely operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies
Required Qualifications
  • 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience
  • Active Respiratory Therapist Certification and/or License (CRT or RRT)
  • Strong knowledge of respiratory care protocols and ventilator management
  • Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and patient-care skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Acute care, critical care, or emergency department experience
  • Experience with EMR systems
Contract Details
  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Flexible scheduling based on facility needs
  • Opportunity to support a respected healthcare organization in the Durham region
Vacancy posted 13 hours ago
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