Registered Respiratory Therapist
Erie, PA
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RTT) Erie, PA. This role involves providing respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. The position requires working under the general supervision of a physician to assess patient conditions, operate respiratory therapy equipment, and monitor responses to treatment, serving all patient populations across various care settings.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Graduation from a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory Therapy program; at least 2 years of experience; valid state license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RTT) credential; NRP may be required for certain facilities; PA Act 31, PA Act 33, PA Act 34, PA Act 73 certifications.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The respiratory therapist will interpret clinical data, operate mechanical ventilators, administer therapeutic gases and aerosol drugs, perform pulmonary function tests, and respond to code situations as needed. They will also assist in patient transport and maintain accurate patient charts. The role involves ensuring the safety and effectiveness of respiratory therapy equipment and procedures.

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