Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Travel Respiratory Therapist (Contract)

Location : Pontiac, MI

Contract Duration : 13 Weeks (with the option to extend)

Shift :  Nights, 3x12s, 36 hours weekly

Start Date : ASAP

Job Summary :

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Travel Respiratory Therapist to join our team for a 13-week contract assignment. The ideal candidate will have experience providing high-quality respiratory care in diverse clinical settings, with the flexibility to adapt to new environments and work with different patient populations. As a traveling therapist, you’ll be responsible for delivering respiratory care across various healthcare facilities, ensuring patients receive optimal respiratory support.

Key Responsibilities :

Patient Assessment & Monitoring : Conduct patient assessments to evaluate respiratory status, history, and risk factors, including vital signs, lab results, and pulmonary function.

Ventilator Management : Operate and monitor ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients in ICU, ER, and other clinical settings.

Treatment Administration : Administer oxygen therapy, nebulized treatments, and aerosolized medications as prescribed. Provide manual ventilation for patients in respiratory distress.

Emergency Response : Respond to emergency situations such as code blues, respiratory arrests, and other critical care needs.

Patient Education : Educate patients and families on respiratory health, breathing techniques, home oxygen use, and medication management.

Collaboration : Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement respiratory care plans.

Documentation : Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and interventions.

Equipment Maintenance : Ensure that respiratory equipment is properly calibrated, cleaned, and maintained according to facility protocols.

Qualifications :

Education : Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.

Licensure : Current Respiratory Therapist (RT) license in the state of assignment. Certification by the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) is preferred.

Experience : Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in respiratory therapy, preferably in acute care settings (ICU, ER, critical care, etc.).

BLS / ACLS Certification : Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.

Travel Experience : Previous travel experience is a plus, but not required.

Skills : Strong clinical skills, flexibility, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits :

Competitive Compensation : Competitive hourly rate, with weekly pay.

Housing & Travel Stipends : Housing and travel expenses covered, or stipends provided.

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance : Comprehensive benefits package.

Bonus Opportunities : Referral bonuses and completion bonuses available.

Paid Time Off (PTO) : Vacation and sick leave benefits.

Professional Development : Opportunities for continuing education and certifications.

Why Join SkyBridge Healthcare?

Work with a top-rated team and gain experience in a variety of healthcare settings.

Gain flexibility and the opportunity to explore new locations and facilities across the country.

Enjoy a supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.

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