Description

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Location: Canton, OH
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 12 hours
Contract Duration: 14 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist (Night)

Location

Ohio

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care including operation of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices as prescribed by a physician.
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care including tube insertion and removal.
• Set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed.
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately; communicate patient status during shift-to-shift handoff rounds.

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license within the applicable scope of practice.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Proficiency with invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment and respiratory care modalities.
• Ability to perform arterial puncture and interpret results to assess ventilation efficiency.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on the night shift.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation.
• Familiarity with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation.
• Experience with PleurX catheter drainage or similar chest drainage devices.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing high-acuity respiratory care across a broad range of patient populations.
• Contract position offering flexibility and the chance to expand hands-on experience with advanced respiratory therapy procedures.