Respiratory Therapist
Atlantic City, NJ
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift, 3x12.0 hours.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by delivering intensive respiratory treatments and facilitating patient transport within the facility as prescribed. The role includes evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures and treatment purposes to patients, and providing necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen, and aerosol devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, tracheal).
• Monitor and perform oximetry and capnography according to policy.
• Review patient's chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies.
• Assist with respiratory care procedures such as bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, and chest tube placement.
• Perform tracheostomy care and arterial punctures as per policy.
• Execute cardiopulmonary resuscitation following BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and patient responses in respiratory care records.
• Communicate effectively with physicians regarding therapy efficiency and patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Valid respiratory therapy license and relevant certifications required.

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!