Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,670 per week
Job Description
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Certified Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Youngstown, Ohio. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.
Requirements
- One year of recent experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC
- Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
Qualifications
- ACLS or PALS certification (AHA/ARC) preferred
Essential Work Functions
- Assist in implementing and adjusting patient treatment plans under the guidance of physicians or RRTs
- Examine and interview patients with breathing and/or cardiopulmonary disorders
- Perform diagnostics tests, such as measuring lung capacity or collecting blood/sputum samples
- Administer respiratory treatments, including aerosol medications and oxygen therapy
- Set up and monitor equipment to ensure the patient is receiving the correct amount of oxygen at the correct rate
- Observe and record patient status and progress
- Educate patients and/or family members on how to properly take medication and use equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of CRT practice
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- Life and short-term disability offered
- 401(k) matching
- Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus program
- 24/7 recruiter support
About Fusion Medical Staffing-Cardio
At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.