Location: Springfield, MA, United States (Onsite)
Contract Duration: 90 Days (Nov 9, 2025 - Mar 8, 2026)
Pay Rate: $55.69 per hour
Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours total)
Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, Monday to Friday
The Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality respiratory care to patients in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), though Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) with relevant acute care experience will also be considered.
Certifications:
Required: BLS (Basic Life Support)
Preferred: NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
Assess patients to determine appropriate type and frequency of respiratory treatment; develop individualized care plans.
Implement, monitor, and adjust respiratory care plans and related equipment.
Observe, record, and communicate patient conditions and treatment responses.
Perform advanced respiratory care modalities and administer medications as prescribed.
Evaluate respiratory therapy practices and outcomes, making necessary modifications for optimal results.
Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and available community resources.
Respond promptly to emergency situations and participate in resuscitation/code team efforts.
Experience: Minimum 2 years in an acute care setting.
Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with relevant experience.
Skills:
Advanced respiratory care techniques
Ventilator management
Patient assessment and documentation
Team collaboration in fast-paced environments
Work Type: Onsite
Hours per Week: 36
Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Expected Start Date: November 9, 2025
Expected End Date: March 8, 2026