Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,702 per week

Supplemental Health Care; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 69,615 - 77,441; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance

24-hour support

Referral program

401(k) retirement savings plan

Discounted and free online CEU courses

Job summary

Supplemental Health Care is seeking a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Lafayette, Indiana. Responsibilities include providing respiratory care services, responding to medical emergencies, and performing routine maintenance on respiratory equipment. Applicants must be a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner with certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. The position offers a competitive salary of $1,530–$1,702 per week, full medical and dental benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan, with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of minimum acute-care experience.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Active Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Active Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services to individual patients and their families.
• Apply the clinical process in assessing, care planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating respiratory care.
• Respond to medical emergencies throughout the facility.
• Perform routine maintenance on respiratory equipment.

Skills

Strong customer-service skills

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Basic PC skills including Windows and computerized respiratory equipment

Education

Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner

Job description

Overview

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13‑week assignment in Lafayette, Indiana. Start ASAP, 36 h per week with 12‑hour night shifts, Travel assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services to individual patients and their families.
• Apply the clinical process in assessing, care planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating respiratory care.
• Respond to medical emergencies throughout the facility.
• Perform routine maintenance on respiratory equipment.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• 1–2 years of minimum acute‑care experience.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Active Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Active Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Strong customer‑service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic PC skills including Windows and computerized respiratory equipment.

Contract Details

• $1,530–$1,702 per week* (subject to confirmation).
• 13‑week contract with potential extension.
• Optional NOC shifts available.
• Pay based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week; tax‑free stipend to be determined.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• 24‑hour support.
• Referral program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Discounted and free online CEU courses through Supplemental University.

Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates, including veterans and those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. SHC will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, or federal law. To learn more, visit www.shccares.com/eeo.