Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a day shift position requiring at least 1 year of respiratory care experience and prior travel experience.

Requirements

• Active RRT certification required
• BLS certification required
• MD license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Skilled in arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation
• Experience caring for infants/children with RSV preferred
• Airway management skills including ETT and NT suctioning
• Tracheostomy care and management experience preferred
• Trach collar and oxygen therapy experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Respiratory Care unit setting with DME-related equipment assessments and setup
• Patient ratio of 1:1
• Neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including apnea monitors, CPAP, Nasal CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator management
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekend and holiday coverage expected
• Floating required in rotation with facility staff according to clinical experience and facility policy
• Epic charting system experience preferred
• Provides basic equipment-related patient assessments and coordinates DME setup
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Local candidates within 50 miles generally not accepted, though exceptions may be made for Respiratory positions at a lower bill rate
• Travelers must separate for at least 90 days after a 1-year assignment before returning
• Former facility employees must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Requested time off must be submitted and approved prior to assignment start
• Orientation includes required training modules completed annually

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-771565

Open Positions: 1