Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,866 per week

About the role

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13‑week assignment in Rochester, New York. The position requires 36 hours per week (12‑hour night shifts) and is available for immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in various clinical areas, including evaluations and treatments according to procedural guidelines.
• Administer a variety of simple and complex respiratory and cardiology modalities.
• Maintain appropriate patient records and documentation.
• Clean, disinfect, assemble, calibrate, maintain respiratory and cardiology equipment and accessories.
• Evaluate equipment for proper and safe function; report malfunctions to the director.
• Perform arterial puncture and analyze samples according to procedure guidelines.
• Interact with co‑workers, nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel to optimize the continuum of care.
• Respond to emergent situations that may require respiratory support.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care experience (some notes indicate 2 years may be required).
• Current BLS certification; ACLS required.
• PALS and/or NRP may be required depending on the assignment area.
• NBRC certification (Registered Respiratory Therapist).
• Additional certifications may be needed before starting the assignment.

Skills

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, lean, or stoop without difficulty.
• Capable of lifting 20 pounds routinely; moving or lifting patients may require up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

12‑hour night shifts, 36 hours per week.