Local Contract Registered Respiratory Therapist - $48-52 per hour

About the role

Select Specialty Hospital – Richmond is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care to patients. The ideal candidate will assess respiratory conditions, administer prescribed treatments, manage respiratory equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to support optimal patient outcomes.

Location: Richmond, Virginia. Facility: Select Specialty Hospital – Richmond. Employment Type: Local Contract. Duration: 13 weeks. Shift: 12-hour days, 36 hours per week (three 12-hour shifts).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory status and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments, medications, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and humidification.
• Operate and monitor invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation equipment.
• Perform airway management, suctioning, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal tube insertion and removal within the scope of practice.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to assist with secretion clearance.
• Conduct oximetry, capnography, arterial punctures, pulmonary function studies, and 12-lead EKGs as required.
• Assist with respiratory procedures, including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, and chest tube placement.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and document assessments, interventions, and results accurately.
• Communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding treatment effectiveness and changes in patient condition.
• Provide patient education regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and home care.
• Perform CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain respiratory equipment and ensure compliance with facility policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Appropriate respiratory therapy education and professional credentials.
• Valid professional license as required for practice in Virginia.
• Current certifications as required by the facility.
• Ability to operate and monitor respiratory care equipment and mechanical ventilators.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and patient-care skills.

Pay

$1,872.00 per week on W-2 for local candidates.

Schedule

Day shift: three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours/week), 13-week contract.