Registered Respiratory Therapist
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a 13-week assignment at a Level 1 Trauma and Burn center.

Details

• Respiratory Care unit within a 500+ bed hospital
• Level 1 Pediatric and Adult Trauma and Burn center
• Covers adult medical, trauma/neuro, burn, cardiovascular critical care units, and Emergency Department
• Day shift hours from 07:00-19:30
• 13-week assignment length

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• High school diploma with 2 years of cumulative experience, Associate's/Technical degree, or 4 years of applicable job-specific experience
• BLS certification required (AHA or American Red Cross)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC required
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license required from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee, if applicable
• ACLS preferred (AHA or American Red Cross)
• NRP certification preferred from the AAP
• PALS certification preferred (AHA or American Red Cross)

Additional Information

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies
• Assess patients to determine appropriate treatment type and frequency and develop care plans based on diagnosis
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and equipment, including advanced respiratory care modalities
• Evaluate respiratory practice, medication administration, and treatment outcomes
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and available support resources
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team codes
• Work independently using critical thinking and decisive judgment in a fast-paced environment
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required
• Accepts local candidates at a reduced rate due to facility radius rule
• Candidates must have a US Social Security Number and US home address