Respiratory Therapist
Plattsburgh, NY
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,355/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration4 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (1 year)
Description
Schedule
This position requires a 12-hour night shift, featuring rotations based on departmental needs. Scheduled hours are from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM with weekend obligations every other weekend and holiday requirements as listed.
Job Description
The Respiratory Therapist will provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients ranging from neonates to adults. This role involves working closely with medical teams to deliver critical support and interventions tailored to individual patient needs, particularly within high-acuity scenarios such as the nursery and emergency room as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Administer respiratory therapy treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitor and interpret patient vitals and responses to treatment.
- Utilize advanced respiratory equipment including Puritan Bennett 980 & 840 and LTV1200 ventilators.
- Document patient care accurately in the EPIC system.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals across departments to optimize patient outcomes.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- A minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in respiratory therapy.
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NRP.
- Experience with EPIC documentation system is required and non-negotiable.
- Prior travel experience is preferred but not mandatory.
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!
Employer
ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Plattsburgh, NY
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Plattsburgh, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Plattsburgh, NY is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Plattsburgh experiences cold winters with average lows around 10°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
- Be prepared for significant snowfall during the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Plattsburgh.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially during the off-peak tourist season.
- Plattsburgh is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Plattsburgh has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the changing weather.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plattsburgh offers a variety of restaurants, especially seafood due to its proximity to Lake Champlain.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and other water activities in the nearby Adirondack Mountains.
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