Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist - Float to Milwaukee - West Allis

This is a 13-week contract position.

Night shift, 3x12.0 hours.

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, offering intensive respiratory services and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of their professional license and with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining treatment purposes and procedures, and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal).
• Monitor oximetry and capnography, and review patient's chest x-rays.
• Assist with procedures involving respiratory care, including bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Manage tracheostomy care and perform arterial punctures as needed.
• Complete cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Document all treatments and patient responses accurately on appropriate records.
• Communicate with attending physicians regarding the effectiveness of therapy administered.
• Maintain respiratory therapy charging and data entry.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure:

• Valid Respiratory Therapy license.
• Experience in a clinical setting as a Respiratory Therapist.

Why ARMStaffing?

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!