Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Assignment
We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment with Hospital in Concord, Massachusetts. This opportunity is suited for a respiratory therapist who can provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to inpatient and outpatient patients of all ages and is comfortable working night shifts.
The assignment is scheduled for an ASAP start and follows a 12-hour night schedule. The position requires flexibility with scheduling needs and rotating holidays, with no call requirement. Candidates must meet the specified Massachusetts licensure and certification requirements.
Position Details
Specialty: Cardiopulmonary
Discipline: Respiratory Therapist – RRT
Location: Concord, Massachusetts
Start Date: ASAP
Shift: 12-hour nights
Hours: 36 hours/week
Shift Time: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Call: No call
Holidays: Rotating holidays
Scheduling: Flexibility to work scheduling needs preferred
Responsibilities
Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services for inpatient and outpatient patients of all ages
Perform respiratory care procedures according to departmental and hospital policies
Evaluate, treat, and re-assess patients following physician orders
Assist physicians and nursing staff with therapeutic modalities
Participate in Code Team and Rapid Response Team activities
Provide patient and family education
Participate in CQI and departmental education activities
Transport patients
Assist with equipment and stock inventory control
Support patient rights to care, privacy, and respect
Assist with orientation and training of respiratory and nursing personnel
Assist with special projects and other assigned duties
Candidate Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program accredited by CAAHEP
Previous RT experience strongly preferred
Previous patient care experience preferred
Current Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license
RRT or CRT certification from the NBRC
BLS Healthcare Provider certification
NRP certification required upon submission
Schedule
The position follows a 12-hour night schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, totaling 36 hours per week. There is no call requirement, but candidates should be prepared for rotating holidays and flexibility with scheduling needs.
Assignment Details
Start: ASAP
Shift: 12-hour nights
Hours: 36 hours/week
Call: None
Holiday Requirement: Rotating holidays
RTO: No RTO preferred
NRP: Required upon submission