Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,033 per week

talent4health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent4Health is seeking a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role focuses on providing high-quality respiratory care, including assessments, airway management, ventilator operation, and patient education.

The position requires 36 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts, with every-other weekend availability. Start ASAP and licensed in good standing is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Respiratory Therapist license.
• Competency in assessments, airway management, and ventilation.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory status and recommend treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed therapies, oxygen, and medications.
• Operate and monitor ventilators and respiratory devices.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and airway suctioning.
• Provide tracheostomy care and assist with airway management.

Skills

Respiratory assessments

Airway management

Mechanical ventilation

Critical thinking

Documentation

Education

Respiratory Therapist license

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Talent4Health is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Pay: $2,033 per week
Shift: Day Shift, 3x12-hour shifts (5:53 AM–6:23 PM)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract Duration: 13 weeks (91 days)
Start: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care to patients with a variety of cardiopulmonary conditions. The ideal candidate will be skilled in respiratory assessments, airway management, ventilator operation, and patient education.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory conditions and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments, oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and humidification.
• Operate and monitor invasive and non-invasive ventilators and other respiratory equipment.
• Perform chest physiotherapy and airway suctioning.
• Provide tracheostomy care and assist with endotracheal tube insertion and removal.
• Perform pulse oximetry, capnography, arterial punctures, pulmonary function studies, and 12-lead EKGs.
• Assist with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement, and other respiratory procedures.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Educate patients about respiratory treatments, equipment, and home care instructions.
• Communicate with physicians and healthcare team members regarding treatment effectiveness and patient progress.
• Maintain accurate patient records, respiratory therapy charges, and shift handoff reports.
• Follow equipment maintenance, laboratory testing, quality control, and patient safety procedures as applicable.

Schedule Requirements

• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week.
• Every other weekend is mandatory.
• 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Appropriate professional license or credentials to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Competency in respiratory assessments, airway management, and mechanical ventilation.
• Knowledge of invasive and non-invasive respiratory care techniques.
• Strong communication, documentation, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hospital setting.

About Talent4Health

A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US.

With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for!

Why Choose us?

• Proficiency : Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates.
• Personalized service : We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs.
• Consistency : We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns.
• Comprehensive care : Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone.

If this is all that excites you, do visit http://www.talent4health.com today!