Local Contract Registered Respiratory Therapist
Knoxville, TN
Talent4Health
3x12 hrs, Days

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Pay: $1,800 per week (W-2, local candidates only)
Shift: Day Shift, 3x12-hour shifts (5:53 AM–6:23 PM)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract Duration: 13 weeks (91 days)
Start: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care to patients with a variety of cardiopulmonary conditions. The ideal candidate will be skilled in respiratory assessments, airway management, ventilator operation, and patient education.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory conditions and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments, oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and humidification.
• Operate and monitor invasive and non-invasive ventilators and other respiratory equipment.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and airway suctioning.
• Provide tracheostomy care and assist with endotracheal tube insertion and removal.
• Perform 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 cardiopulmonary resuscitation 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.

Schedule Requirements

• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week.
• Every other weekend is mandatory.
• 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Appropriate professional license or credentials to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Competency in respiratory assessments, airway management, and mechanical ventilation.
• Knowledge of invasive and non-invasive respiratory care techniques.
• Strong communication, documentation, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hospital setting.

Interested local Respiratory Therapists? Send your updated resume today!