Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in West Allis, WI

Key Responsibilities Provides intensive respiratory care including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Performs tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), as well as chest drainage via PleurX catheter or similar device.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Wisconsin

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 13-Week Assignment | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provides intensive respiratory care including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Performs chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture.
• Performs tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent), as well as chest drainage via PleurX catheter or similar device.
• Assists with respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; performs 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Performs insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope; conducts cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Documents all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately; communicates patient status during shift-to-shift handoff rounds.

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license in good standing.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment and perform ventilator set-up and self-testing.
• Experience performing arterial puncture and interpreting results to assess ventilation efficiency.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and within the full scope of professional licensure.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in moderate complexity laboratory testing including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation.
• Familiarity with routine chest x-ray review to identify the need for further clinical evaluation.
• Prior travel or contract assignment experience in an acute care or hospital setting.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment with a diverse patient population, expanding your respiratory therapy skills across a broad range of procedures and equipment.
• Immediate start available for qualified candidates seeking their next contract assignment.