Respiratory Therapist (Journey Travel) - RT

PowerBack Rehabilitation; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 81,278 - 85,411; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Support for New Grads

Continuing Education

H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation services provider in the United States seeks a Respiratory Therapist - Journey Traveler. This role involves nationwide travel for 13-week assignments, providing essential respiratory care and training. Candidates should possess an NBRC approved certification, a year of clinical practice, and current BCLS certification. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, flexibility, and a supportive work environment with benefits like medical, dental, and continued education support.

Qualifications

• Completion of an NBRC approved program and one year of clinical practice experience.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Availability to travel and temporarily reside outside primary home.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care related procedures under supervision.
• Assess resident conditions and administer therapies.
• Provide training to residents and staff.
• Manage life support systems and perform airway care.
• Document resident care services and maintain equipment.
• Participate in CPR and quality assurance programs.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory therapy

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Ability to travel

Education

NBRC approved program

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments. This position provides flexibility to travel the country and work in various settings.

• Under general supervision and medical direction performs respiratory care related procedures.
• Assesses resident's condition, administers prescribed therapy and aerosolized medications, observes and records resident's progress.
• Provides in-service training to residents, family members, and facility staff.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains life support systems for residents.
• Performs airway care and maintenance.
• Manages artificial ventilator status as directed by an approved protocol.
• Maintains and troubleshoots mechanical ventilators.
• Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures.
• Initiates, monitors and documents performance of various respiratory care modalities.
• Performs assessment of residents' cardiopulmonary status using physical assessment, history taking, laboratory findings, radiological studies and pulmonary function testing to formulate a respiratory care plan.
• Administers proper technical respiratory care procedures, dispenses medication, adjusts devices to ensure optimal results.
• Inspects, tests, disassembles, cleans, and reassembles equipment as required; maintains adequate supply of necessary equipment.
• Assists in emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation as an integral part of the emergency team (CPR certified).
• Initiates, administers, evaluates response to, and documents therapy modalities according to departmental procedure.
• Documents all resident care services rendered as part of a medical record.
• Accepts and transcribes verbal orders related to respiratory care procedures.
• Sets up, maintains and records log entries on all types of oxygen and respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Instructs residents and family members in the rationale and methodology of every respiratory procedure administered to facilitate resident cooperation and understanding.
• Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals to maintain and enhance technical skills.
• Participates in interdisciplinary resident rounds and conferences to plan and evaluate effective resident care.
• Participates in quality assurance program data collection as assigned.
• Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)’ schedule, and timely documentation of services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High level of knowledge of respiratory therapy and practice required through completion of an NBRC approved and accredited program and one year of clinical practice experience under medical direction.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification and current State Licensure for a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Available to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapist primary home.

Posted Salary Range

USD $59.00 - USD $62.00 /Hr.