Travel Respiratory Therapist
Cleveland, OH
Hunter Recruiting
3x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights

Travel Respiratory Therapist 
Cleveland & Akron, OH 
Night Shift Available
Weekly Gross Pay: $2,016-2,350

Respiratory Therapist Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic care team in an adult, acute care, Level 1 Trauma Center environment. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, team-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality respiratory care. This role is responsible for performing a variety of respiratory therapy treatments, responding to emergency situations, and ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all respiratory procedures. 

Respiratory Therapist Job Responsibilities

• Confirm and interpret physician orders to assess appropriateness of therapy and ensure quality patient care.
• Perform and document assessments, monitor patient tolerance and response to therapy, and notify healthcare team of any unusual reactions or concerns.
• Educate patients on procedures, addressing questions and concerns in a respectful, compassionate manner.
• Administer medical gases, aerosol therapy, bronchodilators, and other medications in accordance with protocols.
• Set up, operate, and maintain respiratory equipment, including:
• PB 980 & PB 840 ventilators
• V60 non-invasive ventilator
• ParaPacPlus transport ventilator
• Epoc hand-held blood analyzer
• Participate in emergency response situations, including CPR and rapid response events.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and provide input on protocol development.
• Accurately complete documentation, including medical records and billing information.
• Participate in educational outreach to patients, families, students, and fellow healthcare providers.
• Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education and in-services. Respiratory Therapist Qualifications
  • Education:
  • Graduate of an AMA or CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program (Registry Eligible).
• Licensure & Certification:
• Valid Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.