Respiratory Care Practitioner
Oklahoma City, OK
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) for a 13-week critical care contract requiring RRT credentialing within 12 months of hire and BLS certification upon hire.

Details

• Respiratory Care department serving all patient age levels across the facility
• Day shift schedule with 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, 36 hours weekly
• 26-week contract length

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program
• License required if applicable - Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• BLS certification (AHA) required upon hire
• ACLS certification (AHA) required within 3 months of hire
• RRT credential must be obtained within 12 months of hire
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• 2+ years of respiratory care experience in a critical care setting preferred
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures, equipment operation, and repair
• Clinical decision-making skills related to pulmonary and cardiac care across all patient ages
• Full DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Administer therapeutic treatments as prescribed by medical staff
• Document treatment information and patient response in computerized medical records
• Serve as a resource person to medical staff
• Perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing and patient monitoring
• Provide age-appropriate care to patients
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of respiratory equipment
• Maintain respiratory therapy records
• Participate as part of the quick response team for cardiac and respiratory arrests
• Does not accept local candidates within a 50-mile radius
• Workers may extend contract one time up to a total of 26 weeks; a 6-month separation is required before reapplying after that
• Credentialing and compliance deadlines are strictly enforced with no start date flexibility
• 30-day written notice required to cancel or end an assignment early