Estimated Pay Package:

$1,546/week

Includes both taxable pay and non-taxable stipends

Travel Respiratory Therapist starting 12/30/2024 in Portsmouth, NH with Medical Talent for 13 weeks - Night Shift

Job Details

Medical Talent is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for an exciting Travel Allied job in Portsmouth, NH.

Employer: Medical Talent

Discipline: Respiratory Therapist

Shift: 3x12 hr nights

Start: 12/30/2024 (may be flexible)

Hours: 36/week

Type: Travel

Duration: 13 weeks

Travel Respiratory Therapist job duties

While job duties may vary depending on the facility you work with, here are some common Travel Respiratory Therapist responsibilities:

Assess and evaluate patients' respiratory conditions by reviewing medical histories, conducting physical exams, and performing diagnostic tests.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with respiratory conditions, including asthma, COPD, and pneumonia.
Administer respiratory therapies, such as oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy, to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
Monitor patients' responses to respiratory treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
Operate and maintain respiratory equipment, such as ventilators, nebulizers, and CPAP machines, ensuring proper function and safety.
Educate patients and their families on managing respiratory conditions, using respiratory equipment, and performing breathing exercises.
Provide emergency respiratory care, including airway management, resuscitation, and stabilization of critically ill patients.
Document patients' medical histories, assessments, treatments, and progress accurately and promptly in electronic health records.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with respiratory conditions.
Conduct pulmonary function tests to assess lung capacity and function, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disorders.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and ethical standards in all aspects of respiratory care.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay current with advancements in respiratory therapy practices.
Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families, helping them cope with respiratory conditions and treatments.
Supervise and mentor respiratory therapy students and junior staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.

About Medical Talent

Medical Talent is a distinguished company that prides itself on being Women-owned, Veteran-founded, and Joint Commission certified. Since its establishment in 2017, the company has made a significant impact in the Healthcare staffing industry. The senior leadership team at Medical Talent boasts over 30 years of experience in the field of healthcare staffing, making it a reliable and knowledgeable source in the industry.

Medical Talent is highly regarded by traveling healthcare professionals due to its unwavering commitment to supporting them throughout their work assignments. The company offers great jobs, competitive compensation, and a supportive community, enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best on the job and off. Medical Talents traveling healthcare associates include registered nurses, certified nursing assistants and medical assistants, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapists, and allied health professionals.

At Medical Talent, teamwork, adaptability, loyalty, endurance, nobility, and transparency are the core values that guide its operations. These values serve as a foundation for the company's culture and operations, reflecting the company's commitment to professionalism, integrity, and excellence.

Together we are Strengthening the Future of Healthcare!