Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistLocation: Middlebury, VTAssignment Duration: This is a 13-week contract position.Schedule: 12-hour night shifts with weekend and holiday requirements. Scheduling is typically 36 hours per week with potential for additional hours.Job Description: The Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory care to patients across all age groups, including critical cases in the ICU and ED settings. The therapist will manage ventilators and provide critical respiratory interventions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.Responsibilities:Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.Manage mechanical ventilators and related equipment.Perform diagnostic tests and interpret results.Provide education to patients and their families regarding respiratory care.Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans.Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure:Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist.Active Vermont state license as a respiratory care practitioner.Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or eligibility to take the NBRC written exam.Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS.Recent NICU experience (within the last year) is required.Experience using Epic EMR within the last 2 years is mandatory.Why ARMStaffing?Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and moreOnboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on careClinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contributionRecruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialtyExtras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and moreWe're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway HypodermicsWe've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!