Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Harrisburg, PA

Performs tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), as well as insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope. Key Responsibilities Provides intensive respiratory care including operation of 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

Location

Pennsylvania

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provides intensive respiratory care 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, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), chest physiotherapy, oximetry, capnography monitoring, and pulmonary function studies
• Performs tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), as well as insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope
• Assists with respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; performs 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Documents all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in patient records and communicates findings to attending and pulmonary physicians

Required Qualifications

• Active and valid Respiratory Therapist license or certification applicable to the state of practice
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of ventilatory and respiratory care equipment with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform within the full scope of a professional Respiratory Therapist license

Preferred Experience / Skills

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

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment utilizing a broad and advanced respiratory therapy skill set
• Gain hands-on experience across a wide range of respiratory procedures and patient populations