Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist

**Job Description: Respiratory Therapist** We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing care to a diverse patient population, including neonates to adults. **Position Details:** - **Shift:** 12-Hour Night Shifts (6:30 PM - 7:00 AM) - **Rotation Schedule:** Yes, with variation based on department needs - **Weekend Requirements:** Every other weekend - **Holiday Requirements:** Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas/Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Day/Eve) **Responsibilities Include:** - Administer respiratory therapy treatments and medications to patients of all ages - Operate advanced respiratory support equipment, including Puritan Bennett 980 & 840, LTV1200, and more - Collaborate with medical staff to develop and implement patient care plans - Monitor patients' responses to treatments and adjust care as needed - Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding respiratory care - Float to other units as needed, including nursery and emergency department **Qualifications:** - Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist - Certification in BLS, ACLS, and NRP required - Experience working with neonatal and pediatric populations is preferred - Proficiency in EPIC documentation system within the last 2 years is mandatory - Valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license or proof of application required upon submission - Must demonstrate flexibility with schedule and be willing to work additional shifts as required **Dress Code:** - Scrubs: Black or Ceil Blue - Shoes: Closed, non-skid - Jewelry: Minimal and in adherence to hospital dress code - Hair/Beard: Must be groomed; no beards for N95 mask readiness - Nail Polish: Must comply with hospital dress code policy **Additional Information:** - Reliable transportation is required, as public transportation is not accessible in this area. Personal vehicles or rented vehicles are strongly recommended, especially equipped with all-season or snow tires from November to April. - Employment gaps over 90 days must be explained. **At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer:** - **Health Benefits:** Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and more. - **Onboarding Made Easy:** We coordinate your onboarding essentials—like physicals and titers—so you can focus on patient care while we handle the details. - **Clinical Support:** Our in-house clinical team is here to answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and advocate for you—every step of the way. - **401k Retirement Savings Plan:** After a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees that contribute at least 5% will receive a 4% company match. - **Recruiter Matching:** When you apply with ARMStaffing, you will be matched with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty. Honestly, there's so much more... like Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; it goes on. We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice, here's why: - SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms — 2019 - SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. — 2023 - Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley — 2022, 2023 - Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics - Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification Contract & local rates may vary based on location and residency of the applicant. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!