Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Cerner, Electronic Medical Records, Intensive Care, Patient Care, Respiratory Medicine, Respiratory Therapy, Servomechanism, Time Management, Ventilator
Job Title
Travel Respiratory Therapist – Adults
LocationBirmingham, Alabama
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Travel | Nights (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | 36 Hours Per Week Guaranteed | 13-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities- Provide respiratory therapy services across the main adult inpatient areas, including ICU and non-acute units with a heavy focus on Neuro and Cardiac patient populations
- Operate and manage ventilators and respiratory equipment including Servo I ventilators, V60, Vapotherm, and RapidPoint ABG analyzers
- Document patient care and therapy interventions accurately using Cerner EMR
- Provide backup staffing support to the freestanding Emergency Room as needed
- Adhere to all respiratory therapy protocols with a commitment to not omitting therapy
- Work rotating weekend shifts, typically every third weekend with occasional every-other-weekend scheduling
Required Qualifications- Active CRT or RRT credential required
- Minimum of 3 years of acute care respiratory therapy experience at a larger facility
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Strong time management skills and demonstrated reliability in time and attendance
- Proficiency with standard respiratory therapy equipment including mechanical ventilators and ABG analyzers
Preferred Experience / Skills- Prior night shift experience in a facility that staffs four or more respiratory therapists per shift
- Experience working in high-acuity environments with Neuro and Cardiac patient populations
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR
Why Join Us- Join a large, comprehensive healthcare facility recognized for excellence across multiple specialties, offering a dynamic and team-oriented respiratory therapy department
- Work in a vibrant metro area with easy access to cultural attractions, dining, and recreational amenities
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing