Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Grand Rapids, MI

Conducts 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. 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

Michigan

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provides intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision
• Conducts 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
• Performs arterial puncture, oximetry, capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, chest physiotherapy, and 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
• Records all pertinent treatment information and patient responses in respiratory care records and the patient chart, and maintains accurate respiratory therapy charging including data entry and error correction

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in the state of Michigan
• Current BLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate, set up, and monitor a variety of mechanical ventilation and respiratory therapy equipment
• Ability to perform routine review of chest x-rays and communicate clinical findings to attending and pulmonary physicians

Preferred Experience / Skills

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

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic acute care environment providing a broad scope of respiratory therapy services with clinical autonomy
• Gain diverse hands-on experience across a wide range of respiratory procedures and patient populations