Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist – Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

Hagerstown, MD | Day Shift | 13-Week Contract

This position is a great fit for a respiratory therapist with equipment setup expertise who is comfortable working with a broad patient population across the age spectrum.

Shift & Schedule

• Days: 5x8-hour shifts (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Some holiday and weekend coverage expected

Role Overview

The Respiratory Practitioner DME performs basic equipment-related patient assessments and coordinates the setup and management of home and clinical respiratory equipment. You'll work with patients of all ages — infants through geriatrics — presenting with conditions such as COPD and sleep apnea.

Clinical Skills Required

• CPAP/BiPAP setup and management
• Apnea monitor operation
• Tracheostomy care and management
• ETT and nasotracheal suctioning
• Trach collar management
• Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation
• RSV assessment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of respiratory care experience
• Active Maryland RRT license
• RRT certification required
• BLS required
• Travel experience required
• First-time travelers considered

Additional Details

• Orientation: 8 hours
• COVID-19 and flu vaccinations required; no exemptions accepted
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible
• Pre-approved time off must be submitted at the time of application
• After 1 year on assignment, a minimum 90-day separation is required before returning as a traveler