Respiratory Therapist
Columbus, OH
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapist (Day Shift) in Columbus, Ohio.

Location

Columbus, OH

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Day Shift: 3 days per week, 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, offering intensive respiratory support and patient transport in accordance with medical prescriptions. This position involves evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans, explaining procedures and equipment to patients, and providing education upon discharge. The therapist will operate various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer medications, ventilation, and oxygenation. Additional responsibilities include performing chest physiotherapy, suctioning, monitoring oximetry and capnography, reviewing chest x-rays, conducting pulmonary function studies, and assisting with various procedures related to respiratory care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs and develop treatment plans based on assessments.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments using a variety of equipment.
• Perform suctioning and chest physiotherapy to aid in secretion clearance.
• Monitor and document patient's respiratory status and responses to treatment.
• Assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Coordinate with physicians regarding treatment efficacy and patient progress.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and patient responses.
• Ensure proper setup and maintenance of ventilatory and related equipment.

Required Experience

• Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience with ventilatory support and respiratory care procedures.

Certifications/Licensure

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.