Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRTMK

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma 73505

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks

Schedule: 36 Hours/Week - Night Shifts

Compensation:

• Local Rate: $1,400- $1700 Weekly Gross (based on experience)
• Travel Rate: $1,700 - $1,900 Weekly Gross (based on experience)

Position Overview

A reputable healthcare facility in Southwest Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week assignment on night shifts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care to patients across various age groups, including emergency and critical care support.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Diagnosis

• Interview and examine patients to assess respiratory conditions
• Perform and interpret diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gases (ABGs) and pulmonary function assessments
• Develop appropriate respiratory care plans based on findings

Treatment & Therapeutic Care

• Administer aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and ventilator support
• Perform chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques
• Monitor patient response and adjust therapy as needed

Emergency Response

• Respond promptly to Code Blue and rapid response situations
• Manage airways and assist with intubation procedures
• Provide life-saving respiratory interventions in critical situations

Equipment Management

• Set up, monitor, and maintain ventilators and respiratory equipment
• Ensure proper functioning of oxygen delivery systems and monitoring devices
• Perform routine equipment checks and troubleshooting

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in care planning and treatment adjustments
• Provide clear communication regarding patient status and treatment outcomes

Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory conditions such as asthma and COPD
• Provide instruction on the use of home respiratory equipment

Documentation

• Accurately document patient assessments, treatments, and progress
• Maintain compliance with facility and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current BLS/BCLS certification
• Valid state license (Oklahoma or compact eligibility, if applicable)
• Minimum of 1+ year recent acute care experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and emergency response skills

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