Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in West Orange, NJ

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)

New Jersey

Contract | Night Shift (19:00–07:30) | Every Other Weekend and Week on / Week off Rotation

• Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans within the scope of professional licensure
• 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, oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, arterial puncture, and routine chest x-ray review
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
• Perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines; perform endotracheal tube insertion and removal
• Set up, self-test, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges in the patient chart

• Active Respiratory Therapist license in good standing
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• Proficiency with invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol and nebulizer devices
• Ability to perform arterial puncture, pulmonary function studies, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Strong documentation skills with ability to accurately record treatments, patient responses, and charging data

• Experience in a moderate complexity laboratory setting with knowledge of specimen handling, quality controls, and equipment maintenance
• Familiarity with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation
• Experience assisting with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, and chest tube placement procedures

• 13-week contract assignment offering hands-on experience in a dynamic respiratory care environment with a consistent night shift schedule
• Opportunity to work with a broad range of respiratory equipment and procedures, supporting professional growth and clinical skill development