Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Job

Registered Respiratory Therapist Opportunity

We're hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Oregon, OH. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor's degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state Respiratory Therapist license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Minimum one year experience as an RRT in an acute care or hospital setting.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with mechanical ventilation management, including invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Competence with arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation.
• Experience performing suctioning, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal intubation using direct or video laryngoscopy.
• Ability to perform 12-lead EKGs, basic arrhythmia recognition, and pulmonary function testing (e.g., NIF, VC).
• Familiarity with oximetry and capnography monitoring and routine chest x-ray review related to respiratory care.
• Ability to assist with bronchoscopic procedures, chest tube management, and PleurX/drainage devices.
• ACLS preferred.
• Ability to document respiratory care accurately in patient charts and perform necessary data entry for therapy charging.
• Willingness to participate in equipment set-up, preventative maintenance, and facility-specific protocols.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Primary Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Shift Name: Nights.
• Shift Details: Night, 3x12.
• Duration: 13-week assignment.
• Number of Open Positions: 2.
• Candidate may be required to transport patients into and out of the facility as clinically indicated.

Location Highlights

Oregon, OH offers easy access to outdoor recreation and urban amenities. Maumee Bay State Park is approximately 6 miles away and provides hiking trails, boating on Lake Erie, and birdwatching opportunities, supporting an active, adventurous lifestyle. Downtown Toledo is about a 20-minute drive and offers cultural attractions such as the Toledo Museum of Art and the Toledo Zoo, providing urban entertainment and dining options. Interstate access (I-475/I-280) offers convenient commutes to regional destinations and proximity to Toledo Express Airport for regional travel. The area provides a suburban, lakeside living environment with parks, waterfront access, and community events within short driving distances.

Standard Job Description

Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Evaluates patients and recommends treatment plans. Explains purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients and provides necessary education upon discharge to home.

Conducts physician-prescribed treatments of a routine nature, operating various ventilatory equipment, both invasive and non-invasive, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Performs chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods. Performs oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy. Reviews chest x-rays to determine need for further evaluation. Performs 12-lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition. Performs pulmonary function studies according to policy.

Assists with procedures relating to respiratory care (e.g., bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy assistance, chest tube placement). Performs drainage of chest via PleurX or similar devices where applicable. Performs tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes when indicated. Performs arterial puncture and interprets results to determine ventilation efficiency. Follows laboratory policies for specimen handling and testing in hospitals with moderate complexity labs.

Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines. Performs insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes using free-hand technique and/or video laryngoscope. Sets up and self-tests ventilatory equipment, operates and monitors mechanical ventilation, and assists with preventative maintenance and repair as needed. Documents treatments and patient responses in respiratory care records and patient chart. Communicates with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency and reports necessary information during shift handoffs. Maintains accurate respiratory therapy charging and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Our benefits package is available starting the first day of the assignment.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

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EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.