Travel Respiratory Therapist
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Portsmouth Regional Hospital

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - New Hampshire, Portsmouth

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
• Employment Type: Travel
• Shift Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM or 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Department: Respiratory Care
• Unit Type: 18-bed mixed ICU and general respiratory floor therapy
• Number of Beds: 209
• Staffing: 23 total staff

  • Day Shift: 1 manager, 4 therapists
  • Night Shift: 3 therapists
• Patient Ratios: Vary depending on census and acuity
• Equipment Used: PB 980, 840, Respironics V60
• EMR System: Meditech

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of critical care experience (highest required)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Preferred Experience: Post-operative cardiovascular surgery experience

Additional Information

• Typical Procedures: General respiratory floor therapy including assessment-driven protocols
• Personality Fit: Team player, self-motivated, positive, patient-centered attitude
• Floating: Required to cover all areas of the hospital
• Schedule: Every other weekend; no on-call requirement
• Dress Code: Scrubs (color/attire not specified)

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required for this position