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Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Job in Portage, Porter County, Indiana, 46368, USA
Listing for: Origin Travel Nurses
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Respiratory Therapist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Weekly Pay

$1543 - $1743

Shift

Shift 12 Hour Night

Shifts Per Week

3

Scheduled Hours

36

Start Date

03/16/2026

End Date

06/20/2026

Duration

13 Week(s)

Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift Assignment Duration

This is a contract position for 8-12 weeks.

Schedule

Night shift, 3x12.0 hours.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, offering intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, while working within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. The therapist evaluates patients and recommends treatment plans, explains procedures and treatments to patients, and provides education upon discharge.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct physician prescribed treatments utilizing various ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
  • Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance.
  • Conduct suctioning using oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal methods.
  • Monitor oximetry and capnography according to policy.
  • Evaluate patient's chest x-rays and perform pulmonary function studies.
  • Assist in procedures related to respiratory care, including bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
  • Provide tracheostomy care and manage endotracheal tube insertion and removal.
  • Perform arterial punctures and monitor ventilation efficiency.
  • Adhere to laboratory testing policies including specimen handling and quality control.
  • Conduct cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate respiratory therapy records and patient charts.
  • Communicate with attending physicians regarding therapy efficiency and patient response.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Specific licensure and certification requirements for Respiratory Therapists should be met as per state regulations.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

  • Health Benefits:

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
  • Onboarding Made Easy:
    We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
  • Clinical Support:
    In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
  • 401k Retirement Plan:
    Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
  • Recruiter Matching:
    Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
  • Extras:
    Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

  • SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
  • SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
  • Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
  • Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
  • We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

City

Portage

State

IN

46368

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