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Respiratory Therapist
Bethlehem, PA
Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift
Position Overview
The facility seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to provide critical care support in the Adult ICU and Emergency Department on a night shift schedule. You'll manage a diverse patient population with varying acuity levels, from routine oxygen therapy to complex mechanical ventilation management.
Shift & Schedule
- Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
- Every other weekend required
- 13-week contract
- No block scheduling; all time-off requests must be submitted at the time of application
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Adult Critical Care and/or Emergency Department settings
- Pennsylvania Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License (required at time of submission)
- Current ACLS, BLS, and RRT certifications
- First-time travelers welcome
Key Responsibilities
- Oxygen therapy administration (including HFNC, BiPAP, CPAP)
- Airway management: bag and mask, ET tube placement, intubation assist, extubation support
- Tracheostomy care and management
- Chest physiotherapy
- Mechanical ventilation troubleshooting and weaning protocols
- Arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and interpretation
- Equipment setup and maintenance
Clinical Environment
You'll float between the ICU and Emergency Department, working alongside interdisciplinary teams including rapid response and respiratory services. The patient population includes adults and geriatric patients across multiple diagnoses.
Pre-Start Requirements
- Pennsylvania fingerprints required (may involve travel; must be completed within 1 week of contract signing)
- Labs must be completed within 48 hours of signing
- No planned time off that conflicts with pre-start compliance completion
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