Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,023 per week
talent4health · Hampton, VA · 5 days ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Talent4Health is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Hampton, Virginia.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: TravelRespiratory Therapist (RT) – Travel ContractLocation: Hampton, Virginia Pay: $ 2,023.00 per week Shift: Day Shift – 3x12-hour shifts Start Date: ASAPJob SummaryWe are seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality patient care, including intensive respiratory care and medically prescribed patient transportation. The therapist will evaluate patients, recommend treatment plans, and provide respiratory care within the scope of their professional license with minimal supervision.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate patients and recommend appropriate respiratory treatment plans.Explain the purpose and procedures of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients, and provide education for discharge to home.Administer physician-prescribed treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilators, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers to deliver medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance.Perform oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal suctioning.Conduct oximetry and capnography monitoring according to facility policy.Review chest X-rays to determine whether further evaluation is necessary.Perform 12-lead EKGs and recognize basic arrhythmias.Conduct pulmonary function studies according to policy, including NIF and vital capacity testing.Assist with respiratory care procedures, including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, and chest tube placement.Perform chest drainage using a PleurX catheter or similar device when applicable.Provide tracheostomy care, including emergency and non-emergency insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.Perform arterial punctures, assess ventilatAbout Talent4HealthA leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for! Why Choose us?When it comes to choosing a recruitment agency, it’s imperative to consider what all they have to offer.Proficiency: Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates.Personalized service: We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs.Consistency: We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns.Comprehensive care: Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone.If this is all that excites you, do visit http://www.talent4health.com today!