Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)

ARMStaffing is looking for a Respiratory Therapist in Newark, Ohio.

Location: Newark, OH

Assignment Duration: This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00 - 07:00)

Job Description: The Respiratory Therapist provides high-quality care, focusing on intensive respiratory treatment and patient transport as medically prescribed. This role involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients about their treatments, equipment, and discharge instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by different methods, including oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal techniques.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography, review patient chest X-rays, and perform pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with respiratory care-related procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial punctures and assess ventilation efficiency and treatment effectiveness.
• Communicate efficiently with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding patient therapy and treatment outcomes.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy records and manage equipment setup and maintenance.
• Conduct cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.

Required Experience

• Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience with both invasive and non-invasive ventilation techniques.

Certifications/Licensure

• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.

About ARMStaffing: Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements — we've built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.