Local Contract Registered Respiratory Therapist
Flint, MI
Talent4Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
$50-53/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Respiratory Therapist (RT)
Location: Flint, Michigan
Pay: $1,890 per week (W-2, local candidates only)
Shift: Night Shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:00 PM–6:30 AM)
Contract Duration: 13 weeks (91 days)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to provide intensive respiratory care, manage airways, and operate ventilatory equipment. Candidates must have hands-on experience with Puritan Bennett 840 ventilators, Philips V60 BiPAP machines, and Opti-Flow heated high-flow oxygen systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients' respiratory conditions and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
- Manage airways and provide invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
- Operate and monitor ventilators, BiPAP machines, oxygen delivery systems, and nebulizers.
- Perform chest physiotherapy, airway suctioning, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal tube insertion and removal.
- Conduct pulse oximetry, capnography, arterial punctures, pulmonary function studies, and 12-lead EKGs.
- Assist with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement, and other respiratory procedures.
- Perform CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
- Monitor patient responses to treatment and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Educate patients about respiratory treatments, equipment, and home care instructions.
- Communicate with physicians and healthcare team members regarding treatment effectiveness and patient progress.
- Maintain accurate patient records, respiratory therapy charges, and shift handoff reports.
- Follow equipment maintenance, laboratory testing, quality control, and patient safety procedures as applicable.
Required Experience
- Hands-on experience with Puritan Bennett 840 ventilators.
- Experience using Philips V60 BiPAP machines.
- Experience managing Opti-Flow heated high-flow oxygen systems.
- Competency in airway management and invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
- Ability to provide respiratory care with minimal supervision.
Schedule & Contract Details
- Shift: Nights, 3x12 hours
- Shift Timing: 6:00 PM–6:30 AM
- Weekly Pay: $1,890 (W-2, local candidates only)
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Employment Type: Contract; per diem status not specified
Interested Respiratory Therapists with the required equipment experience are encouraged to apply!
Employer
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About Flint, MI
As a travel nurse in Flint, MI here's what you should know:- Flint's cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 82°F, and winter average lows are around 17°F.
- Short-term rentals are available but may require some searching to find the right fit.
- Flint is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Flint has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to environmental factors.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Flint offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and trails.
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