Respiratory Therapist
Willingboro, NJ
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)

Job Summary

Provide quality respiratory care and patient transport within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans. Educate patients on treatments, tests, and equipment, including discharge instructions.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, tracheal).
• Conduct oximetry and capnography monitoring.
• Review chest x-rays to assess need for further evaluation.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies (e.g., NIF, VC).
• Assist with respiratory procedures (bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement).
• Manage chest drainage via PleurX catheter or similar devices.
• Provide tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tubes.
• Perform arterial puncture and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Follow lab policies for specimen handling and testing phases.
• Perform CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes using free hand or video laryngoscope.
• Set up, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Document treatments and patient responses accurately.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and during shift hand-offs.
• Maintain accurate respiratory therapy billing and data entry.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Schedule

• Every 3rd weekend

Required Credentials & Certifications

• Current state licensure (required)
• BLS certification (required prior to first shift)
• ACLS certification (required prior to first shift)
• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent (required)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years bedside clinical experience (highly desired)

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required

This position is suitable for experienced respiratory therapists seeking a 13-week contract with night shifts and weekend rotations.