1 Montana Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) Jobs
Travel Allied (Respiratory Therapist) - Respiratory Unit
$2,377/wk
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Additional Information
Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
Additional Details:
Required Credentials:
- Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program is required.
- Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Unit Details:
- Provides advanced-level respiratory care to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within physician orders.
- Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures; obtains arterial gases; troubleshoots equipment for optimal patient care; initiates respiratory protocols and interventions based on assessments; and administers medications.
- Acts as a resource to CRT staff and may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to department needs.
Shift & Scheduling:
- May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.
Floating Requirements:
- May be required to float to other departments within scope of competency and qualifications based on business need.
Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Responsibilities & Salary
Respiratory Therapists care for patients who have pulmonary diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and who have lung dysfunction because of another condition, such as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) caused by sepsis or trauma. Job responsibilities for Respiratory Therapists often include assessing patients’ breathing function, managing equipment such as oxygen delivery devices, and responding to emergency situations to provide respiratory support. Requirements for Respiratory Therapists include earning at least an associate degree and obtaining state licensure. The average annual salary for Respiratory Therapists in the United States is more than $70,000.
Travel Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Montana
Travel jobs for Respiratory Therapists in the United States can be found in many settings, including hospitals, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics, physician offices, and nursing homes. Most Respiratory Therapists work in hospitals, where they deliver care in a variety of areas such as medical-surgical units, intensive care units, and emergency departments. Job descriptions for Respiratory Therapists typically include performing tests to evaluate lung function, collaborating with physicians on treatment plans, administering inhalants, educating patients, and managing equipment, such as mechanical ventilators, that support patients who need breathing assistance. Land your dream travel Respiratory Therapist job today.
