What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job position at Healthforce?
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist) — Carbondale, Illinois. This travel assignment starts May 4, 2024 and runs for 13 weeks. Guaranteed 36 hours per week on a day shift in a hospital setting. Weekly pay range: $2,264 to $2,410.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,264-$2,410 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Start date: May 4, 2026
- Setting: Hospital travel assignment in Carbondale, IL
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patient outcomes and adjust respiratory care plans within the multidisciplinary team.
- Deliver respiratory therapies and interventions as ordered, maintaining clear communication with physicians and nursing staff.
- Educate patients and families about respiratory disease processes, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
- Accept reassignment to other units as needed to meet patient care demands.
- Share clinical knowledge with staff and students, serving as a clinical role model.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory care.
Requirements
- Active Illinois Respiratory Therapist license (RRT)
- BLS certification; NRP-MHC as listed in Job Notes
- Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy
- Additional unit-specific certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS) may be required depending on department
- Ability to work in a hospital setting as a travel assignment and comply with unit requirements
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- 13-week contract with potential extension opportunities
- Nationwide travel opportunities may be available
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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Salary : $2,264 - $2,410