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Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,498 per week
Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC
ASAP
Travel
13 weeks
3x12 hr nights

Estimated Pay Package:

$1,498/week
Includes both taxable pay and non-taxable stipends

Travel Contract for Respiratory Therapist with Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC in Austin, TX starting ASAP

Job Details

Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for an exciting Travel Allied job in Austin, TX.

Discipline: Respiratory Therapist
Shift: 3x12 hr nights
Start: ASAP (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 Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC

Welcome to Premier Medical Staffing Services

At Premier Medical Staffing Services, we bridge the gap between exceptional healthcare professionals and the institutions that require their expertise. With a legacy rooted in Milwaukee, our reach extends nationwide, providing tailored staffing solutions that embody quality and compassion. We’re not just filling positions; we’re fostering partnerships that bolster patient care and enhance the medical profession.

Premier Medical Staffing Services is Joint Commission Certified, a Military Spouse Employment Partner and is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise. We are proudly nurse owned.

Premier is dedicated to enhancing the quality of patient care by meticulously matching healthcare facilities with top-notch medical professionals. We provide personalized, attentive service that creates lasting, trustworthy relationships, fueled by a steadfast commitment to empathy, integrity, and excellence. By understanding the specialized needs of both employees and clients, Premier strives to foster an environment that respects individuality while driving continuous improvement within the healthcare industry—locally and nationwide. Our Mission: Everything we do, we believe will make a positive difference in those we serve. We do this with Personal Attention, Relationships, Empathy, Giving More, Integrity, Excellence, and Respect.

Our journey is driven by a collective spirit—a dedicated team working in unison to navigate the dynamic landscape of healthcare staffing. It’s the stories of lives touched and communities served that fuel our passion and commitment to healthcare excellence.

Our Recent Google Reviews from Clinicians

"Premier is the best staffing agency out there. Hannah, my Recruiter is absolutely fabulous. I immediately knew I could trust her. After working with this agency for more than 2 years I would never want to work with any other. Their whole staff is wonderful and their benefits are amazing." - Nathan F.

"Christina was AMAZING !! So helpful always updated me took me a while to secure a job MA job pool was so low but she did it. I’m in with an amazing facility highly recommend premier staffing!!" - Commerea C.

"Premier Medical Staffing has been absolutely amazing. This is my first experience as an RN with a staffing agency, and my recruiter Christina made the transition and onboarding seamless. She answers every question I have, and responds quickly. Overall, I can’t say enough great things about Christina and the team at Premier!!" - Crystal R.

"I have been with Premier for almost a year now and my experience have been great! Lauren, my recruiter, is great to work with. She communicates very well and she’s easy to work with. I’m looking forward to continue working for Premier." - E.C.

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