Cardiopulmonary Respiratory Therapist
Waimea, HI
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (Cardiopulmonary)

Location: Waimea, Hawaii
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

This position is for a Respiratory Therapist working in a hospital respiratory therapy unit. The role requires independent clinical judgment to provide respiratory care to patients, including critically ill, pediatric, and neonatal cases. The therapist will administer respiratory tests and treatments, manage life support systems, and collaborate with physicians on patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation and life support systems, including emergency intubation and ventilator adjustments.
• Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway management.
• Assess and evaluate patients with respiratory disorders; recommend treatment methods to physicians.
• Administer age-specific respiratory treatments and medications; monitor patient responses and document outcomes.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and pulmonary function testing.
• Operate pulse oximetry monitors and maintain equipment.
• Provide patient and family education on respiratory treatments and care.
• Assist with cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and related patient teaching.
• Perform electrode placement and monitoring for electroencephalogram and polysomnography (sleep studies).
• Maintain safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment; participate in training and educational programs.

Required Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Hawaii Respiratory Therapist (RT) license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) credential recognized by the National Board of Respiratory Care is desirable.
• Experience working with critically ill, pediatric, and neonatal patients in respiratory care.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiopulmonary Respiratory Therapy
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with independent clinical judgment and advanced respiratory care skills.

Work Schedule & Other Information

• May require working shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays (New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day).
• Must be prepared to research housing options prior to applying.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This role is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists licensed in Hawaii who are comfortable working independently in a hospital setting with a diverse patient population.