Respiratory Therapist | Owego, New York

Advance your career in respiratory care by providing essential services in a dynamic clinical setting. This contract opportunity calls for a skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality patient care and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule:

• Nights
• 36 hours per week
• 13-week contract

Qualifications:

• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) credentials
• Valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license
• Experience in critical care and NICU settings
• Proficiency with V60 BiPAP and 980 Puritan Bennett ventilators
• Prior use of EPIC electronic medical records
• Ability to participate in external patient transports as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders in accordance with physician orders and established protocols
• Manage ventilators and delivery systems, ensuring patient safety and comfort
• Provide specialized respiratory care to neonatal and critical care patients
• Document assessments, treatments, and patient responses using EPIC
• Respond to emergency situations and collaborate with healthcare team members during rapid response or code events
• Accompany and support patients during transport outside the facility

Perks:

• Opportunity to work in a high-acuity environment
• Gain experience with advanced equipment and specialized populations
• Supportive, team-based work culture

Your expertise is valuable in helping patients achieve optimal respiratory health. Take the next step and apply today to contribute your skills in this rewarding clinical setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.44 to $40.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.