Respiratory Therapist (Travel) RTTNK at NavitasPartners Syracuse, NY

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist (Travel) Location: Syracuse, NY Job Type: Contract (13 Weeks) Compensation: Travel Pay: $60 - $64/hour (Estimated $2070 - $2208/week based on experience) Local Pay: $44 - $47/hour (Estimated $1518 - $1621/week based on experience) Schedule: Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Hours: 36 hours per week Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend including holidays Note: Fixed or block scheduling is not available Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical experience and the ability to work independently while providing high‑quality respiratory care to patients. Responsibilities: Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapies Initiate and monitor oxygen therapy Assist physicians with ventilator management and respiratory support Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required Conduct pulmonary function tests Perform radial arterial punctures Deliver comprehensive respiratory care with minimal supervision Requirements: Associate Degree (A.A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration Minimum 2 years of acute care clinical experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to pass pre‑employment health screening #J-18808-Ljbffr