Open Position: Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2049.28

Opportunity:

RRT - Respiratory Therapy

Job Details:

* Night shift position with hours from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
* Clock-in window is between 6:38 PM and 6:46 PM; arriving outside this window is considered late
* Work schedule follows either a Monday through Thursday team or a Friday through Sunday team
* Holidays are rotated with permanent staff; every other holiday can be expected
* No on-call responsibilities
* Scrub color required: Ceil blue; only a ceil blue jacket may be worn
* Minimum 2 years of experience required with at least 1 prior travel contract
* Experience in facilities with 300+ beds required
* Must be comfortable with high and heavy workloads
* Therapists perform 550 minutes of treatments per shift, averaging 15 minutes per treatment and 13-15 patients per shift
* Must be comfortable and experienced with intubating patients as respiratory therapists serve as the first line for intubation
* Duties include nebulizers, airway management, Vapotherm, BiPAP, CPAP, mechanical ventilation, ABG collection, bedside PFTs, CPT, A-line placement, bronchoscopies, and blood gas management
* Ventilators used: Servo vents (U and I models)
* ICU therapists manage up to 4 airways per shift
* Must be able to read ABGs, alert on critical values, and make confident vent management suggestions
* Common patient diagnoses include COPD, CHF, pneumonia, respiratory failure, ARDS, and cancer
* Adult therapists will also see pediatric patients
* Charting system: Meditech
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) via NBRC, PALS
* Georgia state license required
* NRP certification required if assigned to NICU
* Must be within a 75-mile radius of the facility

Facility:

This acute care facility is a large hospital with 300+ beds offering comprehensive respiratory therapy services across multiple care settings including adult ICU, general floors, and NICU. The facility operates with 24/7 in-house hospitalist and intensivist coverage, either MDs or nurse practitioners, as well as 24/7 pharmacy support. The respiratory therapy department is well-staffed with an average of 11 therapists on day shifts and 10-11 on night shifts, led by both a Charge Respiratory Therapist and a Clinical Coordinator.

Location:

Albany, GA

Albany, Georgia offers a warm Southern climate and a welcoming community with access to local dining, parks, and cultural attractions along the Flint River. The area provides an affordable cost of living and a relaxed pace of life, making it an appealing destination for traveling healthcare professionals looking for comfort and convenience during their assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.