Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Cincinnati, OH

Perform and assist with advanced procedures including 12-Lead EKG , basic arrhythmia recognition, bronchoscopy assistance, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement assistance, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal tube insertion and removal. Conduct physician-prescribed treatments utilizing invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Location

Ohio

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision; evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments utilizing invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture; monitor, record, and report test results
• Perform and assist with advanced procedures including 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, bronchoscopy assistance, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement assistance, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal tube insertion and removal
• Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
• Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges in patient charts and records; communicate with attending and pulmonary physicians and participate in shift-to-shift handoff communication

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in the state of Ohio
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage a broad scope of respiratory care duties

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols, including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Proficiency with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation
• Experience performing PleurX catheter drainage or similar chest drainage procedures

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment with a broad and advanced scope of respiratory therapy practice
• 13-week contract assignment offering professional flexibility and diverse clinical experience