Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Claremont, New Hampshire
Valley Regional Hospital

Respiratory Therapist (Temp) - Claremont, NH

Job Summary

• Perform EKGs, interpret reports, and communicate findings to physicians.
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators; perform critical care duties including airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Patient population primarily adults, with occasional pediatric patients.
• Use MedHost EMR system.
• Dress code: Scrubs.
• Shift: Rotating, 12-hour shifts.
• Travelers residing within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible.
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted and approved at the time of application; no more than 5 days allowed.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license for New Hampshire (must be uploaded with application).
• Minimum 2+ years of current Respiratory Therapist experience.
• Active American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Active American Heart Association ACLS certification.
• Active Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• RRT Certification through The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

Preferred Qualifications

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
• CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist).
• Previous travel experience preferred but not required.

Additional Requirements

• Traveler must have their own vehicle.
• All medical and occupational health compliance items must be completed and documented within 5 days of offer acceptance.
• All scheduling requests, including time off, must be included with the initial application; no changes allowed after offer.

Notes

• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) credentials are not eligible for this position.
• No call or call-back responsibilities.
• No overtime or holiday pay multipliers applicable.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a 25-bed general medical and surgical hospital with a 24/7 staffed emergency department serving a broad patient population.