Respiratory Therapist
Blue Ash, OH
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Location

Cincinnati, OH and Northern KY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts per week.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care by offering intensive respiratory treatments and patient transport in accordance with medical prescriptions and within the professional scope of practice. The role requires minimal supervision and involves evaluating patients to recommend suitable treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Administer routine treatments using various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Conduct chest physiotherapy and perform suctioning using multiple methods.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography as per policy, and perform preliminary reviews of patients’ chest X-rays.
• Assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care as per policy.
• Perform arterial punctures and routine pulmonary function studies, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with policies.
• Facilitate cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation and ensure proper functioning of respiratory equipment.
• Communicate effectively with physicians regarding therapy efficacy and document treatments accurately.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in Ohio and Kentucky.
• Experience with a variety of respiratory care procedures and treatments.
• Current BLS and ACLS 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!