Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)
Location: Hyannis, MA 02601
Duration: 13-Week Assignment (Potential for Extension)
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 12 Hours/Day | 36 Hours/Week
Pay Rate: $60/hour
Job Overview:
A reputable healthcare facility in Hyannis, MA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (or Certified Respiratory Therapist) for a 13-week contract assignment with potential for extension. This role involves providing critical respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients in a dynamic hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify acute and chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.
Initiate and manage ventilatory support; recommend and adjust ventilator settings.
Follow therapist-driven protocols and department policies.
Perform diagnostic procedures including ABG draws and sputum collection.
Interpret ABGs, perform bedside spirometry and capnography.
Monitor patients during intra-hospital and inter-facility transports.
Respond to Codes and Rapid Response Team calls.
Assist with conscious sedation, intubations, and bronchoscopies.
Administer therapeutic gases including oxygen, Heliox, and high-flow therapies.
Provide respiratory support to neonatal and pediatric populations.
Maintain and assess artificial airways (tracheostomy, laryngectomy).
Perform airway clearance methods including PEP, CPT, aerosolized therapies.
Administer and manage non-invasive ventilation.
Accurately document care and perform daily charge reconciliation in the EMR.
Collaborate with providers and multidisciplinary teams.
Train, orient, and mentor respiratory staff and students as needed.
Maintain respiratory equipment and supplies.
Participate in ongoing professional development and education.
Qualifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Massachusetts State Respiratory Therapy License (active)
BLS Certification (current)
NRP Certification (or must obtain within 6 months of hire and maintain bi-annually)
Minimum 1 year of critical care experience preferred
Strong clinical judgment, communication, and bedside manner