Per Diem Respiratory Therapist – Autonomy & Growth

Jobtome; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for per diem coverage in Pennsylvania. The role includes assessing respiratory needs, delivering therapies, and supporting ventilator management with opportunities for professional growth.

The position emphasizes patient education, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Per diem shifts offer competitive compensation and differential pay for evenings, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required).
• Respiratory Therapist experience required.
• Proficiency in arterial blood gas sampling.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory care needs and plan treatments.
• Perform and document patient assessments.
• Establish care plans and communicate with care team.
• Manage aerosolized medications and airway care.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilators per protocol.
• Educate patients and families on disease management.
• Assist in intra-hospital transport of ventilated patients.
• Maintain airway safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collect arterial blood gas samples and process point-of-care tests.
• Assist in bronchoscopy procedures as needed.
• Assist in invasive monitoring line placement.

Skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Airway management

Patient education

Intra-hospital transport

ABG sampling

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Geisinger is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for per diem coverage in Pennsylvania. The role includes assessing respiratory needs, delivering therapies, and supporting ventilator management with opportunities for professional growth.

The position emphasizes patient education, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Per diem shifts offer competitive compensation and differential pay for evenings, nights, and weekends.