Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

American Traveler; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift at a teaching hospital in Columbus. This 13-week assignment (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) offers 36 hours weekly and weekend work; floating between campuses may be required.

Requirements include a minimum of 2 years’ experience, BLS, CRT or RRT (not both), Ohio license, and ACEN/CCNE-accredited education; ABG interpretation and ventilator/airway management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS certification is required.
• CRT or RRT certification required (not both).
• Active Ohio State License at time of consideration.
• High school diploma or official transcripts for compliance.
• Education must be from ACEN or CCNE accredited program.
• Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP/CPAP and weaning.
• Airway management including extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care.
• Medication delivery systems and nebulizer treatments experience.
• Ability to interpret ABGs.
• Two professional references, at least one from leadership.

Responsibilities

• Work in Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit within a hospital setting.
• Cover Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department.
• 13-week night shift assignment (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
• 36 hours per week with weekend work required.
• Floating between campuses may be required.
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position.
• Complete Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting upon offer with lifetime background checks.
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate.

Skills

BLS certification

ABG interpretation

Ventilator management

Airway management

Education

Ohio State License

ACEN/CCNE accredited program

High school diploma

Tools

BiPAP/CPAP expertise

Ventilator troubleshooting

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a teaching hospital, open to first-time travelers with 2+ years of experience.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BLS certification required
• CRT or RRT certification required (not both)
• Active Ohio State License required at time of consideration, license required if applicable
• High school diploma or official transcripts required for compliance
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, weaning from mechanical ventilation, and troubleshooting high pressure alarms
• Skilled in airway management including extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with medication delivery systems and administration including nebulizer treatments and various respiratory medications
• Ability to interpret Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role and no coworker references accepted

Responsibilities

• Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit within a hospital setting
• Covers Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department work settings
• 13-week assignment on night shift (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend work required
• Floating between campuses may be required
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Candidates must complete Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting urgently upon accepting an offer, with lifetime background checks conducted
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this facility
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-783080

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