Therapy - RRT

Respiratory TherapistRespiratory Therapist needed for 36 hours/week, working three 12-hour shifts. Every other weekend and rotating holiday schedule. Shift start time is 1800 to 0630. Performs routine therapies that aid in the treatment, diagnosis, and evaluation of cardiopulmonary status. Performs and documents emergency rounds, oxygen saturation checks, and titrates oxygen per protocol. Initiates, monitors, evaluates, and weans invasive and non-invasive ventilation. Makes parameter recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, patient compliance, patient response, laboratory values, and patient status. Performs therapies in compliance with universal precautions and proper body mechanics. Uses sound judgment in evaluating situations and takes appropriate action when necessary. Initiates and provides ongoing evaluation of treatment regime including medication delivery and oxygen administration. Performs patient assessments to determine needs related to treatment therapies, frequencies, and duration. Assesses patients clinically before and after administration of medication, procedure, or device. Recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuation. Monitors, assesses, educates, and documents the patient and/or family on therapies, medications, and goals of therapies. Demonstrates competence in the setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of mechanical ventilators and noninvasive ventilation devices. Cleans, assembles, and maintains equipment and stocks departmental supplies. Responds to emergent care situations and assists with resuscitation. Provides chest compressions, airway management, airway stabilization, and ventilator support as directed. Transports patients on mechanical ventilators and critically ill patients to procedures and testing. Provides developmentally appropriate care to support various patient populations during hospitalization. Demonstrates competence in the care of pediatric and adult patients. Participates in community education events relating to procedures performed, disease processes, medications, and treatments. Seeks to improve performance by participating in self-development activities, in-services, and continuing education.We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesDisclaimer: 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.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.