Therapy - RRT

Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics

Specialty: RRT

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (07:00 - 19:00)

Experience: Minimum 1 year

License: NY state license required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CRT, NRP

Must-Have: First-time travelers accepted. No locals accepted (must be over 50 miles).

Description: Required skills include adult critical care and emergency department experience. Proficiency in extubation, nasal airway placement, and suctioning is necessary. Must have experience in oral airway placement and various suctioning techniques. Knowledge of pulmonary hygiene and sputum specimen collection is required. Experience in tracheostomy care and suctioning is essential. Familiarity with medications such as Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, and Flovent is necessary. Must be able to administer inhaled steroids and other respiratory medications. Experience with various aerosol setups, high flow nasal cannula, BiPAP, and CPAP is required. Ability to troubleshoot high pressure alarms and wean patients from mechanical ventilation is needed. Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) is essential. May be asked to perform EKGs after hours in support of cardiology. Flexibility to provide care to COVID-19 populations is necessary. Ability to work independently and adapt to a changing care environment required. Will be responsible for newborn stabilization prior to transport and pediatric care. Experience with preferred ventilators such as Servo I, LTV, and Hamilton T1 is desirable. Fully functional respiratory therapy department supports various care areas. Daily census ranges between 12 to 18 patients. Willingness to float to different areas as needed is required. Must be comfortable delivering routine medication through invasive and noninvasive ventilator management. Compassionate patient care is a priority.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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