Description

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Location: Gulfport, MS
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Location

Mississippi

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | Night Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional licensure and with minimal supervision, including evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments utilizing invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, arterial puncture, and routine chest x-ray review.
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, chest tube placement, tracheostomy care, and endotracheal tube insertion and removal via freehand technique or video laryngoscope.
• Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair as needed.
• Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges; communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians and participate in shift-to-shift handoff communication.

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
• Demonstrated competency in operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol devices.
• Ability to perform arterial puncture, 12-Lead EKG, and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during night shift hours.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in a moderate complexity laboratory setting with knowledge of specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation protocols.
• Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage procedures or similar chest drainage devices.
• Experience with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation.

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic clinical environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes across a broad range of respiratory conditions and acuity levels.
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of respiratory procedures and equipment, supporting your continued professional growth and development.