Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,694 per week

About the role

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory therapy and assisting with patient transport as medically prescribed. This role involves evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, explaining treatment procedures, and providing education to patients upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Congduct physician prescribed respiratory treatments using a variety of ventilatory equipment and devices to administer medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance.
• Conduct suctioning and oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy.
• Review patient chest x-rays as needed for further evaluation.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Assist in procedures related to respiratory care, including bronchoscopy and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial puncture and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Follow all laboratory policies related to testing, quality control, and documentation.
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation following BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Document all relevant patient information and treatment responses accurately.
• Communicate efficiently with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding patient therapy efficacy.

Requirements

• Active licensure as a Respiratory Therapist is required.
• Certification in BLS and ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

ARMStaffing offers health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and more. Onboarding is made easy with physicals, titers, and other necessary processes handled by ARMStaffing. Clinical support is also provided in-house to assist and advocate for employees.

Skills

ARMStaffing is committed to offering a wide range of services including local and travel contracts, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel. They cover every segment of the healthcare market and strive to exceed client expectations through their dedication to both clients and field associates.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more.
• Onboarding Made Easy: Physicals, titers, and other necessary processes are handled by ARMStaffing.
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate.
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution.
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty.
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more.

Pay & Schedule

The 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.