Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,807 per week

TotalMed; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 68,250 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalMed is seeking a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Omaha, Nebraska. The position requires a minimum of 1 year of recent acute care experience and entails providing direct patient care, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with medical personnel. Candidates must hold board certification as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and possess BLS and ACLS certifications. This role involves 36 hours per week and may require additional certifications based on location.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year recent acute care experience.
• Board-certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS and NRP may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including evaluations and treatments following procedural guidelines.
• Administer respiratory and cardiology modalities.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Clean, disinfect, assemble, calibrate, and maintain respiratory and cardiology equipment; report malfunctions.
• Perform arterial puncture and analyze samples per procedure guidelines.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to optimize patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations that may require respiratory support.

Skills

Patient care

Respiratory therapy

Cardiology modalities

Equipment maintenance

Education

Board certification as Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

BLS and ACLS certifications

Job description

Job Overview

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist position in Omaha, Nebraska. 13‑week assignment. 36 hours per week (12‑hour days). TotalMed Allied Job ID #1419528.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including evaluations and treatments following procedural guidelines.
• Administer respiratory and cardiology modalities.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Clean, disinfect, assemble, calibrate, and maintain respiratory and cardiology equipment; report malfunctions to the director.
• Perform arterial puncture and analyze samples per procedure guidelines.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel to optimize the continuum of care for patients.
• Respond to emergent situations that may require respiratory support.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, lean, or stoop without difficulty; lift up to 20 pounds normally, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year recent acute care experience.
• Board‑certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS and NRP may be required in some areas.