Respiratory Therapist
Alexandria, VA
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as prescribed. The role involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, educating patients on treatment procedures and equipment, and discharging patients with the necessary information for home care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using various respiratory equipment and devices, including ventilators, oxygen, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning using diverse methods.
• Monitor patient conditions with oximetry and capnography.
• Review chest x-rays and conduct pulmonary function studies as per policy.
• Assist in procedures related to respiratory care, such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Conduct tracheostomy care and arterial punctures.
• Execute cardiopulmonary resuscitation following BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Operate and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment and conduct quality control on laboratory procedures.
• Document patient treatments and responses in respiratory care records.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams regarding patient therapy.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Virginia state license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in critical care settings preferred.
• Familiarity with various respiratory therapy practices and equipment.

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!