Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Potsdam, NY
HonorVet Technologies
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,240/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Vision benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Continuing Education
- Medical benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Dental benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Bereavement
- Holiday Pay
- Sick pay
- Retention bonus
Description
Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Location: Saint Lawrence - Canton - Potsdam Hospital, Potsdam,NY
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day, 3x12, 7:00AM -- 7:00 PM
Start Date: 8/10/2026
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience.
- First-time travelers accepted.
- Active New York State Respiratory Therapist License, ACLS, BLS, CRT, NRP
- Experience caring for adult, pediatric, newborn stabilization, ICU, ER, and Med/Surg patients.
- Experience in:
- Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department
- Extubation
- Nasal and oral airway placement
- Nasal/oral suctioning
- Pulmonary hygiene
- Sputum specimen collection
- Tracheostomy care and suctioning
- Mechanical ventilation management and weaning
- High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), BiPAP, and CPAP
- Troubleshooting high-pressure ventilator alarms
- Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
- Proficient in administering respiratory medications including:
- Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Flovent
- Inhaled steroids
- Isuprel, Lidocaine
- Perforomist, Pulmicort
- Racemic Epinephrine
- Spiriva, Terbutaline Sulfate
- Tobramycin, Xopenex
- Experience with aerosol therapy equipment including:
- Aerosol mask and trach setup
- Medihaler
- Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI)
- Hand-held nebulizer
- T-piece
- Trach collar
- Preferred ventilator experience:
- Servo I
- LTV
- Hamilton T1
Employer
HonorVet Technologies
HonorVet Technologies: Pioneering Purpose, Empowering Heroes
Founded in 2015, HonorVet Technologies stands as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), proudly certified by NaVOBA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Our mission goes beyond staffing—we are committed to transforming lives by addressing the critical unemployment challenges faced by veterans.
As a Joint Commission-certified clinical staffing agency, we deliver unmatched expertise in placing top-tier healthcare professionals—RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs/CMAs, and NPs—across diverse facilities, including hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, old-age homes, schools, correctional facilities, and more.
At HonorVet, we don't just fill roles; we bridge gaps, uplift communities, and honor the ones who served.
About Potsdam, NY
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Potsdam, NY here's what you should know:- Potsdam's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Potsdam experiences cold winters with average lows of 8°F in January and warm summers with average highs of 80°F in July.
- Short term rentals can be found in Potsdam, but availability may vary.
- It's recommended to start the search early to secure suitable furnished housing.
- Potsdam is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the area.
- Potsdam has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses in winter.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Potsdam offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- It also has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks, hiking trails, and participate in winter sports activities.
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