Therapy - RRT

Respiratory Therapist

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician orders and department policies and procedures. The therapist assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. They initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures, maintain patient records, and select, assemble, check, and operate respiratory care equipment. They perform accurate and complete respiratory assessments of patients and conduct initial screenings, assessing and reassessing pain.

Assessments are age, culture, and psychosocial appropriate. The therapist determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method, and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medication and dosages compatible with physician orders. They formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluate the effectiveness of learning, including educating the patient or family regarding pain management and discharge planning or follow-up instructions.

The therapist monitors the patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes. They consult with the physician if adverse reactions occur. They prepare and administer medications based on the age and clinical condition of the patient, demonstrating knowledge of respiratory medications, outcomes, and side effects. The therapist conducts tests, such as holter monitoring, cardiac monitoring, and lung capacity tests, to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.

They adjust equipment to obtain optimum results in therapy. They complete routine cleaning, maintain department equipment, and assist with calibration of equipment. Proper documentation is completed in both electronic and chart form. The therapist performs all aspects of the position in an environment that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors. They utilize established hand-off communication protocols.

Compliance with all established safety procedures is required to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The therapist participates in performance improvement activities and performs other duties as assigned.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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