Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist – Neurodiagnostics

Job Overview

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for Fayetteville, North Carolina.

This travel position begins on 03/23/2026 and lasts 13 weeks, requiring 36 hours per week across 12‑hour night shifts.

Job  #. Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation). The tax‑free stipend amount will be determined.

• Specialty:
  Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline:
  Allied Health Professional
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Patient Assessment and Evaluation
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions, including reviewing medical history and performing physical exams.
  • Assess lung function, breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and other vital signs through non‑invasive and invasive diagnostic procedures.
  • Analyze test results, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs),
    arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, chest X‑rays, and sleep studies
    .
• Developing and Implementing Treatment Plans
  • Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients with respiratory issues.
  • Adjust and monitor ventilation settings for patients requiring mechanical ventilation or non‑invasive positive pressure ventilation (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP).
  • Administer respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen therapy
    , nebulizer treatments
    , pulmonary rehabilitation
    , and airway clearance techniques
    .
• Administering Respiratory Treatments
  • Provide oxygen therapy via nasal cannulas, masks, or mechanical ventilators for patients with respiratory distress or low oxygen levels.
  • Perform aerosol therapy to deliver medication directly to the lungs via inhalers, nebulizers, or other devices.
  • Administer incentive spirometry to improve lung function and encourage deep breathing after surgery or illness.
  • Provide airway management
    , including suctioning
    , endotracheal intubation
    , and assisting with tracheostomy care
    .
• Monitoring and Evaluating Patient Progress
  • Continuously monitor the effectiveness of respiratory treatments and adjust therapy as necessary based on patient responses.
  • Assess patients for signs of respiratory distress and intervene promptly when complications arise.
  • Track and document patient progress, ensuring treatments are tailored to the patient’s evolving needs.
• Emergency Response and Critical Care
  • Provide emergency respiratory care to patients experiencing respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or other life‑threatening situations.
  • Administer resuscitation techniques
    , such as CPR
    , defibrillation
    , and advanced airway management
    , in emergency situations.
  • Assist with intubation, mechanical ventilation, and weaning from life support when necessary.
• Patient Education and Support
  • Educate patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment, medications, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions at home.
  • Provide guidance on lifestyle changes to improve lung health, such as quitting smoking, controlling asthma triggers, and managing chronic respiratory diseases.
  • Offer instruction on pulmonary rehabilitation exercises to strengthen lung capacity and improve overall physical health.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Team
  • Work closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop a holistic care plan for respiratory patients.
  • Attend multidisciplinary care meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment goals, and necessary adjustments.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and their families, ensuring they understand treatment plans and ongoing care needs.
• Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and progress in accordance with healthcare regulations (e.g.,
    HIPAA
    ).
  • Ensure proper documentation for insurance billing, treatment plans, and patient updates.
  • Record patient responses to treatments, including vital signs, oxygen saturation, and any adverse reactions or complications.
• Equipment Management
  • Set up and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, such as mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and oxygen delivery devices.
  • En…