Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,731 per week

Travel position in Tulsa, OK. Start ASAP for 13 weeks. 36 hours per week, 12‑hour night shifts (19:00–07:00). Employment type: Travel.

About the role

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a healthcare professional trained in diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory issues. They work in a variety of medical settings, including hospitals, clinics, home care, and rehabilitation centers. Respiratory Therapists are skilled in using equipment like ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other devices to assist patients with breathing difficulties.

Work environments include hospitals (ICU, emergency rooms, NICUs), outpatient clinics, home care agencies, long‑term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients with breathing difficulties or cardiopulmonary issues by reviewing medical history, conducting physical exams, and interpreting diagnostic tests such as blood gases, chest X‑rays, and pulmonary function tests.
• Respiratory Care: Administer treatments to improve breathing, such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, chest physiotherapy, and inhalation therapy (e.g., nebulizer treatments).
• Equipment Management: Set up and monitor equipment like ventilators, oxygen tanks, CPAP machines, and other respiratory devices. Ensure proper function and maintenance.
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergency situations like respiratory failure, asthma attacks, or trauma, providing immediate life‑saving interventions.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and families on managing chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD, asthma, and sleep apnea. Teach proper techniques for using respiratory devices and medications.
• Collaboration: Work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress. Document any changes in the patient’s respiratory condition or treatment plan.
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Assist patients in pulmonary rehabilitation programs designed to improve respiratory function, increase exercise tolerance, and reduce symptoms.

Skills

• Proficiency in using respiratory equipment and technology.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology related to respiratory care.
• Ability to assess patient conditions and respond effectively to changes in respiratory status.
• Compassionate communication skills to educate patients and families.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, particularly in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.
• Certification: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Licensure: All U.S. states require licensure or certification to practice. Specific requirements vary by state (e.g., California Respiratory Care Board, Texas Medical Board, New York State Department of Health, Florida Department of Health, Nevada State Board of Respiratory Care). Some states offer specialized credentials for neonatal or pediatric respiratory care.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Schedule

12‑hour night shifts (19:00–07:00), 36 hours per week.

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