Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Warrensville Heights, OH

Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope; set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation on various equipment types. Conduct physician-prescribed treatments including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Location

Ohio

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | Expected 36–48 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments including operation of 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, arterial puncture, pulmonary function studies, and 12-Lead EKG with basic arrhythmia recognition
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes in emergent and non-emergent situations
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope; set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation on various equipment types
• Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges; communicate patient status during shift-to-shift walking rounds and with attending and pulmonary physicians

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license or certification valid in the state of Ohio
• Current BLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate a broad range of respiratory care equipment including ventilators, aerosol devices, and nebulizers
• Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage and similar chest drainage devices
• Experience performing routine chest x-ray review to assess need for further evaluation

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced clinical environment with a broad and varied scope of respiratory practice
• Contract position with an expected schedule of 36–48 hours per week, offering flexibility and consistent clinical engagement