Acute Care, Adobe FreeHand, Aerosols, Cardiovascular Disease, Catheterization, Communication Skills, Document Management, Electrocardiogram, Intensive Care, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Maintenance Services, Oximetry, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Prescription Drugs, Preventative Maintenance, Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU), Respiratory Therapy, Sample/Specimen Processing, Testing, Tracheotomy, Treatment Evaluation, Treatment Plan
Job Title
Respiratory Therapist (Night)
LocationKansas
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Night Shift | Onsite
Key Responsibilities- Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices
- Conduct physician-prescribed treatments including chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture
- Perform and assist with advanced procedures including bronchoscopy, tracheostomy care, endotracheal tube insertion and removal, 12-Lead EKG, and basic arrhythmia recognition
- Set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
- Educate patients on the purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment, including discharge education
- Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, respiratory therapy charges, and communicate findings during shift-to-shift handoff rounds
Required Qualifications- Active Respiratory Therapist license within the applicable state scope of practice
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- Proficiency with invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment and respiratory care modalities
- Ability to perform arterial puncture, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal intubation via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and evaluate patients to recommend treatment plans
Preferred Experience / Skills- Experience in moderate complexity laboratory testing procedures including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
- Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage and chest tube placement assistance
- Prior experience in an acute care or intensive care setting
Why Join Us- Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment delivering high-acuity respiratory care with a defined contract timeline
- Gain valuable hands-on experience across a broad range of respiratory therapy procedures and advanced clinical technologies
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing