Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Richmond, VA

Perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), as well as endotracheal tube insertion and removal via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope. Key Responsibilities Provide intensive respiratory care including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices as prescribed by physician.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Location

Virginia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices as prescribed by physician.
• 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 (emergent and non-emergent), as well as endotracheal tube insertion and removal via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope.
• 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; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed.
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately; communicate patient status during shift-to-shift handoff rounds and with attending and pulmonary physicians.

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in the state of Virginia.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Demonstrated competency in operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment and related respiratory care devices.
• Ability to perform arterial puncture and interpret results to assess ventilation efficiency.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and within the full scope of a professional respiratory therapy license.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in a moderate complexity laboratory setting with knowledge of specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation protocols.
• Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage procedures or similar chest drainage devices.
• Experience performing routine chest x-ray review to assess patient respiratory status.

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic clinical environment with opportunities to apply a broad range of advanced respiratory therapy skills.
• Gain valuable contract experience supporting a facility committed to quality patient care.