Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,739 per week

LifePoint is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Athens, Tennessee. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline : Allied Health Professional Duration : 11 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Position : Travel Respiratory Therapist Location : Starr Regional Medical Center – Athens, TN Type : Travel Assignment Overview Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens, TN is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment. The therapist will provide specialized respiratory care to patients with acute and chronic conditions, ensuring safe and effective treatment in collaboration with the healthcare team. Responsibilities Deliver respiratory therapy services to patients in accordance with physician orders and established protocols Perform patient assessments, monitor progress, and document care accurately Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and other respiratory modalities Manage and operate ventilators and other respiratory equipment Respond to emergency situations and provide airway management support Educate patients and families on respiratory care plans and equipment use Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements Qualifications Current Respiratory Therapist license in Tennessee (or eligible for licensure) Minimum of 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience in an acute care setting Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities BLS certification required; ACLS preferred Experience with electronic medical records systems; Meditech experience preferred Required Education : Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy or higher Assignment Details Contract length : 13 weeks, with potential for extension Shift : 6 : 00 AM – 6 : 00 PM (Days)