Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

This is a 13-week contract position.

Night shift, 3x12.0 hours.

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and assisting in patient transport as prescribed by a physician, all while operating within the scope of their professional license and with minimal supervision. The therapist assesses patients and recommends appropriate treatment plans, articulating the purpose and procedures involved in treatments, tests, and equipment to patients, and offering educational support upon discharge.

• Conducting physician-prescribed treatments using ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to deliver medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Performing chest physiotherapy and suctioning as required.
• Monitoring patients' oximetry and capnography, and reviewing chest x-rays.
• Conducting pulmonary function studies and assisting with respiratory care procedures.
• Administering CPR as per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Documenting all relevant treatment records and communicating efficiently with attending physicians about therapy effectiveness.
• Managing and maintaining respiratory equipment effectively, including routine self-testing and preventive maintenance.

• Current ACLS certification.
• Experience with ventilatory equipment, specifically HamiltonC3.
• Ability and willingness to work independently.

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We'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!