Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Davenport, IA

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Location: Davenport, IA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Iowa

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Day Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care including ventilator management (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol therapy, and nebulizer treatments as medically prescribed
• Perform arterial puncture, oximetry, capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, chest physiotherapy, and suctioning via oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods
• Perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Assist with procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care including tube insertion and removal
• Set up, self-test, operate, and maintain mechanical ventilatory equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in the patient chart and respiratory care records

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license within the applicable scope of practice
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to perform advanced respiratory procedures with minimal supervision, including endotracheal intubation via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope
• Experience operating and monitoring a variety of mechanical ventilators and respiratory care equipment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage and similar chest drainage devices
• Experience performing pulmonary function studies such as NIF and VC

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing high-acuity respiratory care across a broad scope of practice
• Anticipated start date in early December — ideal for candidates ready to step into an impactful role quickly