Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Practitioner – DME

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Respiratory Practitioner to provide equipment-related patient assessments and coordinate respiratory equipment setup. This is a day shift role ideal for a travel clinician ready to gain hands-on experience in a direct patient care environment.

Shift & Schedule

• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (5 shifts, 8 hours each)
• 13-week contract
• Some holiday and weekend coverage expected
• One pre-approved time off day available
• 8-hour orientation included

Required Qualifications

• Current RRT certification
• BLS certification
• MD License
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred
• COVID-19 and flu vaccines required (no exemptions)

Clinical Skills & Scope

You'll work with a diverse patient population across all age groups (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, geriatrics), managing approximately 10 patients per day across 2 rooms. Your responsibilities will include:

• Apnea monitor and tracheostomy management
• CPAP/BiPAP setup and patient education
• Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation
• Endotracheal and nasotracheal suctioning
• RSV and sleep apnea patient support

Patient Diagnoses

COPD, sleep apnea, and related respiratory conditions.

Floating

You may float to other units as needed, with appropriate orientation provided.

Travel Requirements

Travel experience required. Locals not accepted within 50-mile radius.