Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Alexandria, VA

Key Responsibilities Conducts physician-prescribed respiratory treatments including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Performs insertion and removal of endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), and assists with procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Virginia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Assignment | Nights | Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts physician-prescribed respiratory treatments including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
• Performs arterial puncture, oximetry, capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, chest physiotherapy, and patient suctioning via oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods
• Performs insertion and removal of endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), and assists with procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement
• Performs 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Sets up, self-tests, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilation equipment; assists with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
• Documents all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in patient records and communicates findings to attending and pulmonary physicians

Required Qualifications

• Current, active Virginia Respiratory Therapist license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate a wide range of ventilatory, oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer equipment with minimal supervision
• Competency in arterial puncture, pulmonary function studies, and moderate complexity laboratory testing procedures where applicable

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation
• Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage procedures
• Prior experience in an acute care or intensive care setting

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work a consistent weekend night schedule in a clinically rich environment with a defined 13-week contract
• Work with a staffing partner dedicated to matching skilled respiratory therapy professionals with quality healthcare facilities