Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,752 per week

TotalMed; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is seeking a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Gastonia, North Carolina. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of recent acute care experience and possess necessary certifications, including BLS. Responsibilities include administering respiratory therapies, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with healthcare teams. This position includes working 12-hour night shifts for 36 hours a week, with pay package and stipend details to be confirmed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience.
• BLS certification required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP may be required.
• Required certifications include BLS, NBRC, RRT, CRT; 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory and cardiology modalities to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Evaluate respiratory and cardiology equipment for proper function.
• Perform arterial puncture and analyze samples.
• Collaborate with hospital personnel for patient care.
• Respond to emergencies requiring respiratory support.

Skills

Acute care experience

BLS certification

Collaboration with medical personnel

Education

BLS, NBRC, RRT, CRT certifications

Job description

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Travel – Gastonia, North Carolina

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week (12‑hour night shifts)
• Employment type: Travel

Responsibilities

• Administer a variety of simple and complex respiratory and cardiology modalities to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Clean, disinfect, assemble, calibrate, and maintain respiratory and cardiology equipment; evaluate equipment for proper and safe function and report malfunctions.
• Perform arterial puncture and analyze samples according to procedure guidelines.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel to optimize patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations requiring respiratory support.

Physical & Occupational Requirements

Must be able to stand and walk for long periods, bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds easily, and may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Must have adequate vision including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience.
• BLS certification required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP may be required in some areas.
• Required certifications include BLS, NBRC, RRT, CRT; 2 years of experience.
• Additional certifications may be required before assignment.

Compensation & Job Details

Job ID: 1406127. Pay package based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.