Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Willingboro, NJ

Operate invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation. Perform arterial puncture, 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, tracheostomy care, and assist with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Location

New Jersey | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision
• Operate 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, oximetry, capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and routine chest x-ray review
• Perform arterial puncture, 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, tracheostomy care, and assist with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines, including endotracheal tube insertion and removal via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope
• Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges in the patient chart and respiratory care records

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in New Jersey
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to operate and maintain a wide range of mechanical ventilation and respiratory therapy equipment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an acute care environment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience assisting with advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement
• Familiarity with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
• Experience with PleurX catheter drainage or similar devices

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic acute care setting with exposure to a broad range of advanced respiratory procedures and equipment
• ASAP start available for qualified candidates ready to make an immediate impact