Respiratory Therapist

Schedule

This position requires a night shift of 3x12.0 hours.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed. This role involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures to patients, and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen, aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with respiratory care procedures including bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Perform tracheostomy care, including the insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
• Conduct arterial punctures and monitor, record, and report test results.
• Perform routine cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Set up and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and patient responses.
• Communicate with physician teams regarding therapy efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory testing policies and procedures.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Candidates must possess a valid respiratory therapy license and relevant certifications. Previous experience in respiratory care settings is 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!