Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Pontiac, MI

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Michigan

Contract | Onsite | Rotating Day Shifts

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture procedures
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
• Perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in patient records and communicate findings to attending and pulmonary physicians

• Active Respiratory Therapist license within the applicable state
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• Proficiency with invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation equipment
• Ability to perform arterial puncture, endotracheal intubation, and pulmonary function studies
• Experience with patient assessment, treatment planning, and respiratory care documentation

• Experience in a moderate complexity laboratory setting with knowledge of specimen handling and quality control procedures
• Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage and video laryngoscope systems
• Experience performing shift-to-shift walking rounds and hands-off communication protocols

• Work in a dynamic clinical environment with opportunities to apply a broad range of advanced respiratory therapy skills
• Gain valuable contract experience across diverse patient populations and acuity levels