Allied - RRT

Heywood Hospital; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life

401K Retirement Plan (matching)

Credentialing and Travel Team

Referral Bonus up to $1,500

Job summary

Astrya Global Medical Staffing is hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week assignment in Gardner, Massachusetts. The role involves delivering respiratory care, education, and coordination with the care team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position requires CoARC-approved CRT training, MA licensure, and NBRC RRT credential (or eligibility). ACLS/NRP/PALS within 6 months are expected, with benefits including weekly pay, health/dental/vision/life, and a 401K.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T.) by the NBRC (or eligible).
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the State of Massachusetts.
• Obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• Obtain NRP within 6 months of hire.
• Obtain PALS within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Systematically gather and evaluate information from patient interviews and sources.
• Develop care plans for patients based on data.
• Identify variations from expected findings and act.
• Take actions when variations are identified.
• Assess learning needs and readiness to learn.
• Involve family in education where appropriate.
• Educate patients on plan of care and follow-up.
• Coordinate care with other providers and delegate when appropriate.
• Assess and adjust plan of care based on patient status.
• Document plan implementation and outcomes.
• Measure and administer medications per orders.
• Administer respiratory therapies and oxygen therapy.
• Explain purposes and side effects of therapies.
• Obtain ABGs per hospital policy.
• Perform pulse oximetry and ensure accuracy.
• Conduct Pulmonary Function testing per ATS Standards.
• Perform EKGs with quality recordings.
• Assist with flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy.
• Set up mechanical ventilators and related equipment.
• Assess ventilator function and adjust settings as needed.
• Advise on cardiopulmonary medications and equipment.
• Distribute patient education materials and ensure cultural relevance.
• Support VAP bundle implementation and report deviations.
• Monitor patient condition and adjust care plan accordingly.

Skills

ACLS within 6 months

NRP within 6 months

PALS within 6 months

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Therapy program

Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license

Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T.) credential or eligible

Job description

Job Title: RRT
Location: Gardner, Massachusetts
Schedule: 7:00AM - 7:00PM x 3
Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension
Pay Rate: $49 - $53/hr

Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a RRT for a temporary assignment in Gardner, Massachusetts. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend.

Responsibilities for a RRT:

• Systematically gather and evaluate relevant information and data from patient interviews and all available patient information sources
• Develop appropriate care plans for patients based on systematic information gathering and analysis
• Identify variations from expected findings and understand the significance of such variations
• Take appropriate actions when variations are identified
• Assess patient learning needs, identify learning styles and barriers to learning, and assess patient readiness to learn
• Identify situations when it is appropriate to involve family, significant others, and/or friends in patient education
• Plan for and provide patient teaching and evaluate patient understanding of condition, treatment, and/or prognosis
• Inform patients of their plan of care, discharge plan, and follow-up instructions
• Evaluate and validate the effectiveness of patient teaching and prepare patients to accept responsibility for their own care
• Coordinate care with other healthcare providers and delegate to other healthcare providers when appropriate
• Assess and reassess patient condition, status, and progress; prioritize and modify the plan of care accordingly
• Document implementation of the plan of care and any adverse and/or unexpected events or outcomes
• Measure and administer correct medication dosages per physician orders
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and oxygen therapy
• Understand the purpose and possible side effects associated with respiratory therapy treatments
• Obtain ABGs per hospital policy
• Perform Pulse Oximetry and ensure accurate results
• Perform Pulmonary Function testing following ATS Standards
• Perform EKGs and ensure quality recordings
• Assist with flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy
• Set up mechanical ventilators, including BIPAP and CPAP units, and select correct patient parameters
• Assess mechanical ventilator, BIPAP, and CPAP functioning to ensure safe operation
• Assess patient cardiopulmonary status and use data to recommend changes to the patient plan of care
• Provide instruction on proper use of cardiopulmonary medication and equipment
• Distribute age- and culturally specific patient education materials based on educational needs
• Implement components of the VAP bundle consistently and per protocol
• Alert appropriate nursing leadership if there is a deviation from the VAP bundle by an Attending MD for case review and follow-up
• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Therapy program required
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T.) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (or eligible)
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the State of Massachusetts
• Obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire
• Obtain NRP within 6 months of hire
• Obtain PALS within 6 months of hire
• Demonstrate basic computer skills
• Perform physical demands of the role including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly

Benefits for a RRT:

• Weekly pay every Friday
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (matching)
• Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
• Referral Bonus up to $1,500

Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.