Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Specialty: RRT
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year required
License: State License required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, RRT
Must-Have:
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Experience with Epic charting system required
- Travel experience preferred
Description:
Registered Respiratory Therapist position available.
Must be an RRT to work in this role.
Weekends are required, with frequency varying but usually not more than every other weekend.
Seeking a team player motivated to work well with others.
Requests for time off should be limited, and holidays will not be guaranteed.
Call requirements for 36-hour contracts include up to two call shifts per six-week schedule.
There may be up to four call shifts per 13-week contract possible.
Only one call shift will be scheduled in any one week.
While on call for night shift, travelers are on call from 4 PM to 8 PM only.
After 8 PM, travelers are no longer on call and will not be called in.
Daily responsibilities will include patient care and support in critical situations.
Floating may be required to other units or campuses as necessary based on census.
Staff will only be floating to units they are qualified for and performing tasks for which competencies have already been documented.
Compliance requirements and modules must be completed annually.
Experience handling a variety of respiratory care procedures is necessary.
Candidates should possess skills in adult critical care, aerosol setup, biPAP, and various respiratory therapies.
Experience with drawing arterial blood gases and patient transport is an asset.
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in mechanical ventilation and tracheostomy care.
Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.