Talent4Health is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Gardner, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline : Allied Health Professional
- Start Date : 12 / 22 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
Shift Information :
36 hours, Day (12 hour shifts), 7 : 00AM-7 : 30PM, Rotating weekend and holiday
Minimum Licenses & Certifications
at the time of submission Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Massachusetts.ACLS certification required within 1 months of hireNRP certification required or obtained within 1 months of hire.PALS certification required or obtained within 1 months of hire.Registered Respiratory Therapist – Job Description
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Therapy program.Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (or eligibility to obtain credential).Minimum Work Experience
Prior clinical respiratory therapy experience required.Minimum Skills
Basic computer skills required.Functional Demands
Physical Requirements
Ability to exert 20–50 lbs of force occasionally , 10–25 lbs frequently , and up to 10 lbs constantly to move objects.Frequent reaching and handling with hands / arms.Occasional stooping and crouching.Essential Functions
Patient Assessment & Care Planning
Systematically gathers and evaluates patient information from interviews and clinical data sources.Develops individualized care plans based on assessment findings.Identifies and acts on deviations from expected clinical findings.Coordinates care with other healthcare providers and delegates appropriately.Assesses and reassesses patient condition, prioritizing and modifying care plans as needed.Documents care implementation, including adverse or unexpected events.Patient Education
Assesses patient learning needs, readiness to learn, and potential barriers.Determines when to involve family / significant others in education.Provides and evaluates patient teaching regarding condition, treatment, prognosis, and follow-up instructions.Prepares patients to assume appropriate self-care responsibilities.Clinical Procedures
Measures and administers correct medication dosages per physician orders.Administers respiratory therapy treatments and oxygen therapy; understands indications and side effects.Obtains arterial blood gases (ABGs) per hospital policy.Performs pulse oximetry, ensuring accuracy of results.Conducts pulmonary function testing according to ATS standards.Performs EKG procedures and ensures quality recordings.Assists with flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy.Ventilator & Equipment Management
Sets up and manages mechanical ventilators, including BiPAP and CPAP units, selecting appropriate patient parameters.Assesses ventilator and BiPAP / CPAP functioning to ensure safe operation.Evaluates cardiopulmonary status and recommends adjustments to the plan of care.Provides instruction on proper use of cardiopulmonary medications and equipment.Distributes age- and culturally-appropriate educational materials.Quality & Safety Responsibilities
Consistently implements components of the Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) bundle per protocol.Alerts the Nurse Manager / Director / Nursing Supervisor to any deviations from the VAP bundle for review and follow-up.About Talent4Health
A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US.
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