Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Portage, IN

Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes, as well as insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free-hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Indiana

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision; evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture
• Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes, as well as insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free-hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in the patient chart

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid for practice
• Current BLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Ability to work night shifts with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation across a variety of equipment platforms
• Familiarity with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Experience assisting with advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy and percutaneous tracheostomy placements

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing high-acuity respiratory care across a broad scope of practice
• Supportive contract placement with a focus on matching qualified therapists to meaningful patient care opportunities