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Local Contract Respiratory Therapist - $43 per hour

ARMStaffing · Erie, PA · Yesterday
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About the role

ARMStaffing is seeking a local contract Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Respiratory Therapist

  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional

  • Start Date: 08/10/2026

  • Duration: 13 weeks

  • 36 hours per week

  • Shift: 12 hours, days

  • Employment Type: Local Contract

  • Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Assignment Type: Travel Contract / Local Contract

  • Agency: ARMStaffing

  • Location: Nationwide Opportunities

Job Description

As a Travel Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play a key role in assessing, treating, and caring for patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders. You’ll work with patients of all ages in acute and critical care settings, helping to improve respiratory function and overall wellness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer respiratory therapies, treatments, and medications

  • Operate ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, and other respiratory equipment

  • Monitor and document patient response to treatment

  • Assist in emergency situations, including code blue response

  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams

  • Educate patients and families on respiratory health and equipment use

Requirements

  • Valid Respiratory Therapist license (state-specific or eligible)

  • NBRC credentials: RRT or CRT required

  • BLS certification required; ACLS, PALS, or NRP preferred (based on facility)

  • Minimum 1 year of recent RT experience in a hospital or acute care setting

  • Experience with critical care, vents, and EMR systems preferred

Why Travel with ARMStaffing?

  • Top Pay

  • Tax-Free Housing & Meal Stipends

  • Weekly Direct Deposit

  • Free Private Housing or Housing Allowance

  • Full Credentialing & License Reimbursement

  • Support 24/7 Access to a Dedicated Recruiter

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

  • Bring your expertise in respiratory care where it’s needed most

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel. As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse pool of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff. We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences. Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals. The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting Local and travel contracts Temp-to-perm employment Direct-hire personnel Per Diem Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits Medical Benefits Company-matched 401K

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