Travel Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteSt. Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Conduct respiratory interventions and support for patients with acute respiratory problems, including asthma, COPD, and pneumonia. Administer aerosol medications and oxygen therapy while monitoring equipment to ensure correct delivery rates. Perform diagnostics tests such as measuring lung capacity and collect blood or sputum samples. Assist in adjusting patient treatment plans under physician or RRT guidance and educate patients on proper device usage. Examine patients with breathing disorders, observe status and progress, and record findings. Maintain proficiency in English communication and PC skills to follow instructions effectively. Work under close supervision occasionally while managing irregular activity schedules and continuous concentration to detail.
Required Qualifications
- One year of recent experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC
- Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
- Critical thinking
- Service excellence
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions
- Follow verbal instructions
- Proficiency in PC skills
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position
- Move about
- Move equipment (50-100lbs)
- Push
- Pull
- Bend
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel
- Present a positive attitude
- Professionalism
- Must have the ability to grasp
- Perform fine manipulation
- Push/pull
- Move about when assisting with procedures
- Use department equipment
- Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers
- Meet deadlines under pressure
- Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally
- Working without assistance from other personnel
- Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally
- Continuous concentration to detail
- Must possess visual acuity
- Ability to effectively communicate
Desired Qualifications
- ACLS or PALS certification (AHA/ARC)
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