Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Washington, MO

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Location: Washington, MO
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Nights

Location

Washington, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights | 3x12 (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate therapeutic gas administration apparatus and mechanical ventilators to support patient respiratory needs
• Provide emergency care including external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Maintain accurate patient charts containing identification and therapy information
• Apply strong knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation in daily patient care
• Float to other units as needed to support staffing requirements
• Operate and maintain respiratory equipment in accordance with facility standards and protocols

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the state of practice
• Active BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1+ year of respiratory care experience, including emergency care and intensive care settings
• Proficiency with respiratory equipment and ventilator management
• Experience with EPIC EMR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Basic nursery experience is a plus
• Experience in a Level III Trauma Center or similarly complex acute care environment
• Familiarity with pulmonary rehabilitation programs

Why Join Us

• Join a facility recognized as a Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke and STEMI Center, offering exposure to a wide range of complex and critical cases
• Work at an award-winning acute care hospital serving a large regional community, with consistent recognition for patient safety and quality of care