Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and coordinating patient transport in and out of the facility as medically prescribed. This role requires minimal supervision while ensuring compliance with the professional scope of practice. The therapist evaluates patients and recommends treatment plans, educates patients on treatments, and provides critical care through various respiratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using both invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment.
• Administer medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation while operating various devices including oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer systems.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using different methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal).
• Monitor oximetry and capnography as per established policies.
• Review patient chest x-rays and perform 12-lead EKGs along with basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist in respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placements.
• Provide tracheostomy care, including tube insertion and removal.
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records, charge for services, and assist with equipment maintenance as needed.
  
  

Schedule

This position operates on a Day 3x12.0 shift, from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM.

Assignment Duration

This is an 8-week assignment.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license.
• Experience in intensive respiratory care preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required.
  
  

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• 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!