Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Richmond, VA

Conduct physician-prescribed treatments operating various ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; record all pertinent treatment information and patient responses in respiratory care records and patient charts.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Virginia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments operating various ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
• Perform arterial puncture, oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, chest physiotherapy, suctioning, 12-Lead EKG, and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes, and assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; record all pertinent treatment information and patient responses in respiratory care records and patient charts

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license/credential required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate and maintain various ventilatory, oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer equipment
• Ability to perform arterial puncture, pulmonary function studies, and interpret chest x-rays for further evaluation needs

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with video laryngoscope systems and free-hand endotracheal intubation techniques
• Familiarity with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Experience assisting with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement procedures

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing high-acuity respiratory care with a degree of professional autonomy
• Gain broad hands-on experience across a wide range of respiratory therapy procedures and equipment