Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Wichita, KS

Key Responsibilities Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in the patient chart and respiratory care records; communicate findings to attending and pulmonary physicians.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Kansas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
• Perform suctioning, chest physiotherapy, oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and routine chest x-ray review
• Perform arterial puncture, 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes; set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in the patient chart and respiratory care records; communicate findings to attending and pulmonary physicians

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license or eligibility to practice in the state of Kansas
• Current BLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate and maintain a wide range of ventilatory and respiratory care equipment with minimal supervision
• Ability to evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans within the scope of professional licensure

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation
• Familiarity with moderate complexity laboratory testing procedures including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Experience with PleurX catheter drainage or similar chest drainage devices

Why Join Us

• ASAP start date available — step into a role where your skills make an immediate impact
• Opportunity to work across a broad scope of respiratory care practice in a dynamic clinical environment