Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Alexandria, VA
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Pediatric (RT PEDS) Location: VA. This position involves providing intensive respiratory care and patient transport within a healthcare facility, adhering to professional scope and supervision standards. The role includes evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients upon discharge, with a focus on pediatric respiratory therapy.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, Experience: Valid active VA license; 0 years of experience required.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Performs routine and specialized respiratory treatments, including operating ventilatory equipment, nebulizers, and oxygen devices.
• Conducts chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry, capnography monitoring, and review of chest x-rays.
• Performs 12-Lead EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition; conducts pulmonary function studies per policy.
• Assists with respiratory procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
• Performs arterial punctures, monitors ventilation efficiency, records treatment responses, and communicates with physicians regarding therapy efficacy.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots ventilatory equipment, ensuring proper setup, calibration, and maintenance.
• Maintains accurate documentation in patient records and respiratory therapy charge logs.
• Ensures adherence to policies related to laboratory testing, specimen handling, and equipment maintenance.
• Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Performs emergency airway management using video laryngoscopy and other techniques.
• Communicates shift updates, ensures shift handoffs are thorough, and reports treatment outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Behavior Characteristics: Professional, attentive, and capable of working independently within scope of practice.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

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