Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,000 to $2,200 per week in Vermont

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Vermont
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $2,000 to $2,200 per week
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Night Shift – Relocation Candidates Welcome

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Respiratory Therapist (RT) to provide high-quality respiratory care in a hospital setting in Newport, Vermont.

The Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory therapy services, assess patients' respiratory conditions, administer prescribed treatments, monitor patient responses, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory conditions and evaluate respiratory status.

• Provide respiratory therapy treatments and interventions as prescribed.

• Monitor patients' respiratory function and responses to treatment.

• Administer respiratory medications and therapies according to physician orders.

• Operate and monitor respiratory care equipment.

• Assist with oxygen therapy and other respiratory support measures as appropriate.

• Recognize changes in patients' respiratory conditions and escalate concerns promptly.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions, treatments, and care plans.

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and clinical documentation.

• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.

• Maintain patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and respect.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of Respiratory Therapy experience.

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.

• Current BLS certification required.

• Current ACLS certification required.

• Appropriate Vermont Respiratory Therapist license or authorization to practice in Vermont.

• Strong respiratory assessment and clinical decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication, documentation, and patient care abilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.

• Must be available to work night shifts and every other weekend.

• Ability to complete the full 24-week contract assignment.