Registered Respiratory Therapist

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Location: Facility in Loxahatchee, Florida Employment Type: Travel Job Details Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks Hours: 36 per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Join Fusion Medical Staffing to provide advanced respiratory care to patients with complex pulmonary disorders and critical illnesses. This 13‑week travel assignment offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits from day one, and clinician support. Required Qualifications One year of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in Florida Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC) Preferred Qualifications ACLS or PALS Certification (AHA/ARC) Other relevant certifications or licenses as required Summary A Registered Respiratory Therapist delivers advanced care to patients with a range of respiratory conditions, working collaboratively with physicians and the healthcare team to provide life‑saving therapies and patient‑centered care. Essential Work Functions Collaborate with physicians to develop patient treatment plans Examine and interview patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders Perform diagnostic tests, including lung capacity measurements and sample collection Treat patients using chest physiotherapy, aerosol medications, and other modalities Set up and monitor equipment to ensure accurate oxygen delivery Observe and record patient status and progress Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care Educate patients and family on medication and equipment use Perform other duties as assigned within RRT scope of practice Required Essential Skills Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication Proficiency in reading, writing, and verbal communication in English Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions, PC skills Physical ability to remain stationary, move equipment (50–100 lbs), push, pull, and bend Interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse personnel and maintain professionalism Technical/motor skills for fine manipulation during procedures and equipment use Mental resilience to cope with frequent public interaction and deadlines under pressure Sensory: visual acuity and effective communication Benefits Highly competitive pay for travel professionals Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage Paid Time Off after 1,560 hours Life and short‑term disability coverage 401(k) matching Recruiter support 24/7 Reimbursement for licensure and continuing education Guaranteed hours and cancellation protection Other Duties Disclaimer To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The job description is not a comprehensive list and may change at any time. *Fusion is an EOE/E‑Verify Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr