Respiratory Therapist
Jamestown, NY
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night Shift - 12 x 3

Job Description

Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all patient service areas.

Responsibilities

• Reads prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine treatment requirements.
• Determines the most suitable method for administering inhalants and observes precautions as per physician's orders.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders and interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives.
• Sets up and operates respiratory therapy devices, ensuring specified parameters of treatment are maintained.
• Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy and performs necessary adjustments to equipment.
• Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patients in breathing exercises.
• Conducts pulmonary function tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
• Maintains accurate patient charts and assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
• Responds to code situations as needed.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate of a Co ARC approved Respiratory program required.
• 2 years of experience is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RTT) certification.
• NRP may be required for certain facilities.
• State License in New York and Maryland.

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!