Respiratory Therapist - RESPTHP 0513 PK#03

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Hyannis, MA 02601 (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 13 Weeks

Schedule:

• Shift: Evening / Night
• Hours: 36 hours/week
• Timing: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Rotating Nights)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in acute and critical care settings . This role involves managing cardiopulmonary conditions, operating ventilatory support systems, and delivering advanced respiratory therapies to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and manage acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions
• Initiate, monitor, and wean mechanical ventilation using lung-protective strategies
• Adjust ventilator settings and troubleshoot ventilator-related issues
• Perform and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs)
• Conduct spirometry and capnography monitoring
• Administer oxygen therapy, high-flow oxygen, and therapeutic gases
• Deliver aerosolized and inhalation medications
• Manage non-invasive ventilation therapies
• Assist with intubations, bronchoscopies, and sedation procedures
• Participate in code blue and rapid response teams (RRTs)
• Provide respiratory care during patient transport
• Manage airway care , including tracheostomy and suctioning
• Perform chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques
• Support neonatal and pediatric respiratory care as needed
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care planning
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and billing records
• Train and mentor staff, students, and new team members
• Ensure readiness of equipment and supplies
• Adhere to clinical protocols, policies, and safety standards

Required Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)
• Active Massachusetts Respiratory Therapy License
• Current BLS Certification
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Certification
• Minimum 1 year of critical care experience preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to work effectively in high-acuity, fast-paced environments
• Strong team collaboration skills
• Patient-focused approach with excellent bedside manner

Work Environment:

• Fully onsite hospital/clinical setting
• High-acuity patient care environment
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare team

For more details reach at [email protected] or Call / Text at 732-791-4827 .

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.