Respiratory Therapist

Purposelink Recruitment; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Job summary

Purposelink Recruitment seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a contract assignment in Durham, NC. The RT will perform assessments, administer therapies, monitor progress, and collaborate with the care team.

Requirements include 2+ years of experience and CRT/RRT license or state license. EMR experience is preferred, with strong communication and patient care skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Active Respiratory Therapist Certification and/or License (CRT or RRT).
• Knowledge of ventilator management and respiratory care protocols.
• Excellent communication and patient‑care skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator management.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on clinical response.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Safely operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Communication

Education

CRT/RRT license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Contract Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Durham, NC

Location: Durham, North Carolina Schedule: Contract Experience Required: 2+ Years Credentials: Active CRT, RRT, or State License

About the Opportunity

A respected healthcare facility in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a contract assignment. This role is ideal for RTs who thrive in clinical environments, deliver exceptional patient care, and want a contract position with competitive pay and strong recruiter support.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator management
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on clinical response
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Safely operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience
• Active Respiratory Therapist Certification and/or License (CRT or RRT)
• Strong knowledge of respiratory care protocols and ventilator management
• Excellent communication, critical‑thinking, and patient‑care skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Acute care, critical care, or emergency department experience
• Experience with EMR systems

Contract Details

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible scheduling based on facility needsOpportunity to support a respected healthcare organization in the Durham region