Travel Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapist - Newport News, VA

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapist (Day Shift) in Newport News, Virginia.

Location

Newport News, VA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Day shift, 4 days per week, 12-hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:00.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, offering intensive respiratory treatment and patient transport as medically prescribed. The role involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory and aerosol equipment.
• Provides chest physiotherapy and performs suctioning using various methods.
• Monitors patients through oximetry and capnography.
• Reviews chest x-rays and performs pulmonary function studies as needed.
• Assists in respiratory care procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Performs tracheostomy care, including tube insertion and removal.
• Conducts arterial puncture and maintains accurate respiratory therapy documentation.
• Communicates effectively with medical teams regarding patient therapy and needs.
• Records all treatment information accurately for continuity of care.

Required Experience

Prior experience in respiratory therapy is required. Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in respiratory care techniques and equipment operation.

Certifications/Licensure

Must hold a valid Respiratory Therapist license. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required.

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.