Registered Respiratory Therapist
Newark, OH
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in Newark, Ohio. This 13-week assignment involves providing specialized pediatric respiratory care within a healthcare facility. The position requires delivering intensive respiratory treatments, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with medical staff to ensure optimal outcomes for pediatric patients.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Valid respiratory therapy license. One or more years of experience as a respiratory therapist, preferably with pediatric specialization. Must be located within or willing to commute to Newark, Ohio.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in pediatric respiratory care and familiarity with invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment. Knowledge of pulmonary function studies and procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Conducts physician-prescribed respiratory treatments, operating ventilatory equipment and various oxygen and aerosol delivery devices.
• Performs bedside assessments including chest x-ray review, EKG, and arrhythmia recognition.
• Assists with respiratory procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, tracheostomy care, and arterial puncture.
• Follows all policies related to laboratory testing, quality control, and infection control protocols.
• Performs CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Operates, maintains, and monitors mechanical ventilatory equipment, documenting treatments and responses accordingly.
• Communicates effectively with physicians regarding patient therapy and shift hand-offs.
• Completes accurate respiratory care charging and data entry.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits