Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Florence, SC

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. Assists with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; performs tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Night

Location

South Carolina

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Per Diem | Nights | Onsite

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 chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and routine review of patient chest x-rays
• Performs arterial puncture, 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Assists with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; performs tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
• Sets up, self-tests, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilation equipment; assists with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
• Accurately documents all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges in the patient chart and respiratory care records; communicates patient status during shift-to-shift handoff rounds

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in the state of South Carolina
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to perform within the full scope of a professional Respiratory Therapist license with minimal supervision
• Experience operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment and related respiratory care devices

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in moderate complexity laboratory testing including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Proficiency with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal tube insertion and removal
• Experience with PleurX catheter drainage or similar chest drainage devices

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing intensive respiratory care across a broad range of patient needs and acuity levels
• Per diem contract arrangement offering scheduling flexibility for experienced respiratory therapy professionals