Registered Respiratory Therapist
Washington, MO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Washington, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7 PM – 7 AM)
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Hours: As needed
Call Requirements: None
Dress Code: Black scrubs

Job Description

• Operate therapeutic gas administration devices and mechanical ventilators.
• Provide emergency care including external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Maintain patient charts with identification and therapy information.
• Float to other units as needed.
• Work in accordance with organizational mission, vision, and values.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Missouri
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP
• Knowledge of pulmonary rehabilitation

Unit Information

• EMR system: EPIC

Additional Notes

• The position is in an acute care hospital with trauma and critical care services.
• The hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke and STEMI Center.
• The environment supports comprehensive medical, surgical, obstetric, and pediatric care.

This opportunity is suitable for respiratory therapists with at least 1 year of experience seeking a travel assignment on night shifts with a reputable acute care facility.