Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,890 per week

ARMStaffing; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onboarding support

Clinical support

401k with match

Recruiter matching

Travel reimbursement

Housing allowance

Meals

Referral bonuses

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Akron, Ohio. The position runs 13 weeks with 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night shift, travel employment type. Must hold a valid Respiratory Therapist license and meet state licensure requirements.

Compensation details and per diem are provided by ARMStaffing based on assignment location. The role involves delivering intensive respiratory care, patient transport when prescribed, and documentation of treatments.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Respiratory Therapist license and adhere to state regulations governing practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive).
• Administer oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer treatments to deliver medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance.
• Conduct suctioning by oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods.
• Perform oximetry and capnography monitoring per policies.
• Review patient chest x-rays and interpret findings to determine further evaluation needs.
• Carry out pulmonary function studies and assist with related procedures (e.g., bronchoscopy, chest tube placement).
• Manage tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Maintain respiratory therapy records, documenting treatments and patient responses accurately.
• Engage in communication with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency.
• Assist in equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
• Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist

Allied Health Professional

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Akron, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Akron, Ohio.

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Respiratory Therapist Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12.0.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of their professional license and with minimal supervision. The professional evaluates patients and recommends treatment plans, while also explaining treatment purposes, procedures, and equipment to patients, providing essential education upon discharge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician‑prescribed treatments using ventilatory equipment, both invasive and non‑invasive.
• Administer various oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer treatments to deliver medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance.
• Conduct suctioning by various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal, tracheal).
• Perform oximetry and capnography monitoring according to established policies.
• Review patient chest x‑rays and interpret findings to determine further evaluation needs.
• Carry out pulmonary function studies and assist with related procedures (e.g., Bronchoscopy, Chest Tube placement).
• Manage tracheostomy care, including the insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
• Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
• Maintain respiratory therapy records, documenting treatments and patient responses accurately.
• Engage in communication with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy efficiency.
• Assist in equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
• Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation in compliance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Must possess a valid Respiratory Therapist license and adhere to state regulations governing practice.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In‑house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

ARMStaffing Job ID #38424191. 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: Respiratory Therapist:Respiratory Therapist,19:00:00-07:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp‑to‑perm, per diem, and direct‑hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top‑notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp‑to‑perm employment
• Direct‑hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long‑term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24‑Hour customer service and on‑call support 365 days a year
• Full‑time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long‑term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefitsMedical Benefits
• Company‑matched 401K