Travel Respiratory Therapist

NextGen MedStaff has completely replaced the nuisance of recruiting with the travel industry's first, two-way, real-time smartphone application. The savings we see by eliminating the outdated “recruiter model” are passed along to the traveler, allowing us the ability to pay our travelers substantially more than any other agency.

Don't worry... we haven't replaced customer service with a mobile app! Far from it! We've elevated the service you receive from your own individual team once you've used our app to find your perfectly matched assignment.

```Duties:```
- Perform respiratory therapy procedures, including administering oxygen, aerosolized medications, and chest physiotherapy
- Conduct patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans and monitor progress
- Set up and operate respiratory equipment such as ventilators and oxygen delivery devices
- Monitor patients' vital signs and adjust therapy as needed
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans
- Provide education to patients and their families on respiratory care techniques and disease management
- Document all patient interactions, procedures performed, and treatment outcomes accurately and timely

```Qualifications:```
- Valid certification as a Respiratory Therapist
- Knowledge of respiratory therapy principles, techniques, and equipment
- Experience working with patients of all ages, including pediatrics
- Proficient in conducting patient assessments and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) procedures
- Ability to administer medications via inhalation or other routes as prescribed by physicians
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to make sound clinical judgments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the respiratory system

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the specific healthcare setting.

Pay: Up to $2,390.51 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Hospital

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Pulmonology

Shift:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Experience:

• Hospital: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person