Respiratory Therapist - RESPTHP 26-07595

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Syracuse, NY
Duration: 14 Weeks
Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Schedule: Includes every other weekend and holidays (based on rotation)
Employment Type: Travel Contract

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality care in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Pediatric experience is strongly preferred.

• Candidates must reside outside a 100-mile radius [RADIUS RULE]

• No block or fixed scheduling accommodations

• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and positive pressure ventilation

• Assist physicians with initiation and maintenance of mechanical ventilation

• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as required

• Conduct pulmonary function tests

• Perform radial arterial punctures

• Monitor and evaluate patient respiratory status and response to therapy

• Provide care across acute care settings with minimal supervision

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care

• Associate Degree (A.A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy

• Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration

• Minimum 2 years of clinical acute care experience

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to pass pre-employment health clearance

• Pediatric respiratory care experience

• Proficiency in respiratory care procedures and equipment

• Ability to assess, plan, and implement patient care independently

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams

• Minimum 1+ year of experience in respiratory therapy field (required)

• 2+ years acute care experience strongly preferred

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided, and your salary will be discussed upfront.