Travel Respiratory Therapist

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 1 trauma acute care hospital, requiring RRT certification and 2+ years of strong ICU experience.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification via NBRC required
• BLS certification required
• NRP certification required for NICU coverage
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of strong ICU experience required, NICU experience preferred
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Proficiency with at least one of the following required: Servo I, Jet, or Oscillator ventilators
• Ability to assist with bronchoscopies required
• Strong time management and communication skills required
• AZ state license required if applicable
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Responsibilities

• Acute care setting in a Level 1 trauma hospital
• Respiratory Therapy unit treating adult and NICU patients
• 12-hour night shifts
• 3 shifts per week, 6a-630p or 6p-630a rotation
• 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks
• Holiday coverage based on unit needs
• No floating to outpatient areas, assigned to a specific area each day
• Uses Cerner EMR
• Handles 35-40 procedures (RVUs) per day
• Runs all ventilators, BiPAP V60, and CPAP
• Uses Servo I, Jet, and Oscillator ventilators
• Respond to Clinical Response Team calls alongside the unit lead
• Responsible for all arterial blood gas (ABG) draws
• Serve as lead on duty during assigned shifts
• Work within a high-acuity environment requiring strong clinical experience
• 2-day unit orientation on the regular floor followed by skills validation
• Black scrubs required
• 24/7 pharmacy coverage available on-site
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license
• Local candidates not accepted at local rate

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-781009

Open Positions: 5