Respiratory Therapist
Alexandria, VA
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Duration

This is an 8 to 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12.0.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care through intensive respiratory care and patient transport, operating within the scope of their professional license with minimal supervision. They evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans while educating them on procedures and equipment used during treatments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments operating various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning to promote secretion clearance.
• Conduct oximetry and capnography monitoring as per hospital policy.
• Perform routine review of patient's chest x-rays to assess the need for further evaluation.
• Administer 12-Lead EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Assist in procedures related to respiratory care, including Bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, and Chest Tube placement.
• Manage tracheostomy care and perform endotracheal intubations using appropriate techniques.
• Monitor and maintain mechanical ventilation using various equipment types.
• Document all treatments and patient responses accurately on respiratory care records.
• Communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding treatment efficiency.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Virginia licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Experience with mechanical ventilation and various respiratory care procedures.

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!