Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,676 per week

Thrive Staffing; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13‑week assignment in Harrisonville, Missouri. The RT will work 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts in diverse clinical settings, providing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care and collaborating with a care team.

Start ASAP with NBRC certification and state licensure, requiring strong patient assessment, equipment management, and patient education. A tax‑free stipend may be determined and travel experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy.
• Certification: NBRC CRT or RRT credential; state license required where practicing.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with respiratory issues and interpret tests.
• Provide respiratory care including oxygen, ventilation, chest therapy, and neb treatments.
• Set up and monitor ventilators, CPAP, and related equipment.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life‑saving interventions.
• Educate patients and families on devices, therapies, and self-management.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to implement care plans.
• Document patient status, treatments, and progression.
• Support pulmonary rehabilitation and functional improvement.

Skills

Respiratory equipment operation

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

NBRC certification (CRT/RRT)

State licensure requirement

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Harrisonville, Missouri.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Respiratory Therapist

Overview

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a skilled healthcare professional specializing in diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients experiencing respiratory issues. They can be found in diverse medical settings such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, home care, and rehabilitation centers. RTs are proficient in operating equipment like ventilators and oxygen therapy devices to aid patients with breathing difficulties.

Common Duties and Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients with breathing difficulties or cardiopulmonary issues by reviewing their medical history, conducting physical exams, and interpreting diagnostic tests, including blood gases and pulmonary function tests.
• Respiratory Care: Provide treatments to enhance breathing, such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, chest physiotherapy, and inhalation therapy (e.g., nebulizer treatments).
• Equipment Management: Set up and monitor equipment, including ventilators and CPAP machines, while ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
• Emergency Response: Address emergency situations, such as respiratory failure or asthma attacks, by delivering immediate life‑saving interventions.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on managing chronic respiratory conditions, teaching techniques for using respiratory devices and medications effectively.
• Collaboration: Work alongside doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress, documenting any changes in the patient’s respiratory condition or treatment plan.
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Assist patients in rehabilitation programs aimed at enhancing respiratory function, increasing exercise tolerance, and alleviating symptoms.

Required Skills

• Proficient in using respiratory equipment and technology.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology related to respiratory care.
• Adept at assessing patient conditions and responding effectively to changes in respiratory status.
• Compassionate communication skills for educating patients and their families.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, especially in emergency situations.

Education and Certification

• Education: Associate's or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.
• Certification: Most states require respiratory therapists to obtain certification by passing an exam from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), such as the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Licensing Requirements by State

All states mandate that Respiratory Therapists be licensed or certified to practice. The requirements can vary state by state, including continuing education and renewal processes. Below are examples of specific state regulations:

• California: Requires certification by the California State Respiratory Care Board.
• Texas: Requires a license from the Texas Medical Board after NBRC certification.
• New York: Requires a license from the New York State Department of Health.
• Florida: Requires licensure through the Florida Department of Health and continuing education.
• Nevada: Requires licensing through the Nevada State Board of Respiratory Care.

Work Environment

Respiratory Therapists work in various healthcare environments, including:

• Hospitals (ICU, emergency departments, NICUs)
• Outpatient Clinics
• Home Care Agencies
• Long-Term Care Facilities
• Rehabilitation Centers

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19416374. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied:Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT),07:00:00-19:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.