Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Warrensville Heights, OH

Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes. Perform endotracheal tube insertion and removal via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope; set up, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Ohio

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Expected 36–48 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment recommendations; conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, and pulmonary function studies
• Perform arterial punctures, 12-Lead EKGs, basic arrhythmia recognition, and routine review of patient chest x-rays
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
• Perform endotracheal tube insertion and removal via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope; set up, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment
• Educate patients on treatments, tests, and equipment; document all treatment information and patient responses accurately in the patient chart and respiratory care records

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in the state of Ohio
• Current BLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Ability to perform a broad range of respiratory care procedures with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Experience with PleurX catheter drainage or similar pleural drainage devices
• Familiarity with a variety of mechanical ventilators and respiratory care equipment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice across a broad and advanced scope of respiratory care in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Immediate start available for qualified candidates seeking contract opportunities