LifePoint is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Marquette, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline : Allied Health Professional
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 35 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Title : Travel Respiratory Therapist (6P–6A) Location : Marquette General Hospital, Marquette, MI Shift : Night Shift (6 : 00 PM – 6 : 00 AM) Employment Type : Travel Contract
Job Summary : Marquette General Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Travel Respiratory Therapist to join our team for a 12-hour night shift assignment. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality respiratory care to patients across various units, including ICU, ER, and general medical floors. This role requires adaptability, clinical expertise, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities :
Administer respiratory therapy treatments and procedures as prescribed by physiciansMonitor patient responses and adjust treatments accordinglyOperate and maintain ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and other respiratory equipmentPerform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysisCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plansDocument all treatments, assessments, and patient interactions accuratelyRespond to emergency situations and provide airway managementQualifications :
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory TherapyCurrent RRT or CRT credential from NBRCActive Michigan Respiratory Therapist licenseMinimum of 1 year of recent acute care experience preferredBLS and ACLS certifications requiredStrong communication and critical thinking skillsAbility to work independently and in a fast-paced environment