Respiratory Therapist
Latrobe, PA
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport in accordance with medical prescriptions, operating within the scope of their professional license and with minimal supervision. The therapist evaluates patients and recommends treatment plans, explains the purpose and procedures of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients, and provides necessary education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed routine treatments using various ventilatory and aerosol equipment.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods as required.
• Monitor oximetry and capnography per policy guidelines.
• Review patient chest x-rays to determine the need for further evaluation.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies and assist with respiratory care-related procedures.
• Perform arterial punctures and manage tracheostomy care according to policy.
• Record and communicate all pertinent information regarding patient treatments and responses.
• Follow all lab testing policies, ensuring quality control and proper specimen handling.
• Assist in equipment maintenance and report any necessary repairs.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.

Schedule

This is a Night 3x12.0 shift position.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

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!