Respiratory Therapist
Potsdam, NY
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,056/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner or Respiratory Therapist (2 years)
Description
Respiratory Therapist
Job Overview
- Travel/contract role in Potsdam, New York
- Night shift: 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- 13-week contract
- Must live more than 50 miles from the facility
- First-time travelers accepted
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in New York
- Respiratory Therapist (1 year of experience)
- Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association
- CRT
- Experience with Epic
Key Clinical Skills
- Adult critical care and emergency department respiratory care
- Airway management, suctioning, tracheostomy care, and pulmonary hygiene
- Aerosol therapy and inhaled medication delivery
- Noninvasive ventilation and high-flow nasal cannula support
- Mechanical ventilation weaning and high-pressure alarm troubleshooting
- ABG interpretation
Unit / Work Setting
- 24/7 in-house respiratory therapy department
- May cover ICU, ER, med-surg, pediatrics, and newborn stabilization
- May work alone or with another therapist
- Primarily adult population, but must be comfortable caring for newborns and pediatric patients
- May occasionally perform EKGs after hours in support of cardiology
- May provide care to COVID-19 patients
- Scrubs: any color
Equipment
- Preferred ventilators: Servo I, LTV, Hamilton T1
Compliance / Onboarding
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Background check, education verification, license verification, and work history verification required
- Physical exam, fit mask, TB screening, drug screening, flu documentation, and immunization records required before start
- Competency testing and required onboarding modules must be completed before start
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
5 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Potsdam, NY
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Potsdam, NY here's what you should know:- Potsdam's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Potsdam experiences cold winters with average lows of 8°F in January and warm summers with average highs of 80°F in July.
- Short term rentals can be found in Potsdam, but availability may vary.
- It's recommended to start the search early to secure suitable furnished housing.
- Potsdam is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the area.
- Potsdam has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses in winter.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Potsdam offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- It also has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks, hiking trails, and participate in winter sports activities.
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