Respiratory Therapist
Durham, NC
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory care and transporting patients into and out of the facility as medically prescribed. The role involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining the purpose and procedures of treatments to patients, and educating them upon discharge. Responsibilities include conducting physician-prescribed treatments, operating a variety of respiratory equipment, performing chest physiotherapy, and managing patient suctioning and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Explain treatments, procedures, and equipment to patients.
• Conduct routine inhalation therapy and administer prescribed medications.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning as required.
• Monitor patients using oximetry and capnography techniques.
• Review chest x-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with respiratory care procedures such as bronchoscopy and tracheostomy care.
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy records and communicate with healthcare teams.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Experience with ventilatory and aerosol devices.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing policies and procedures.

Schedule

This position operates on a Night shift schedule, specifically a 3x12 hour format.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!