Respiratory Therapist

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position, starting around 10/23 through around 1/22/27.

Schedule

Day shift, 3x12.0 hours.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed, operating within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision. This role requires the evaluation of patients and the formulation of treatment plans along with the education of patients regarding their treatments upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using various ventilatory equipment, non-invasive and invasive methods, oxygen, aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning through various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal).
• Monitor patient oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review and evaluate patient's chest X-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Manage arterial punctures and record monitoring results, communicating effectively with physicians regarding patient progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of treatments and charges.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in alignment with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Facilitate preventative maintenance and repair of respiratory equipment as necessary.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Must possess a valid respiratory therapy license. Additional certifications such as ACLS and BLS are preferred.

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!