Respiratory Therapist – 12-Hour Nights
Syracuse, NY - USA
Job Summary
Cedar Park Med is hiring a Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment with possible extension. This role is ideal for an experienced RT who is confident working in an acute care setting providing respiratory treatments supporting ventilated patients and responding to critical patient needs with minimal orientation and supervision. Pediatric experience is preferred.
Shift / Schedule
- Night shift
- 7:00 PM 7:00 AM
- 12-hour shifts
- 13-week assignment with possible extension
- Every other weekend required
- Holidays required based on weekend schedule
Position Overview
As a Respiratory Therapist you will provide respiratory care and treatment to patients in an acute care setting including oxygen therapy aerosol treatments ventilation support and emergency cardiopulmonary care. This role requires strong clinical judgment the ability to work independently and excellent communication in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Responsibilities
Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapy to patients
Institute and monitor oxygen therapy
Assist physicians in instituting and maintaining continuous ventilation
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed
Perform pulmonary function tests
Perform radial arterial punctures
Provide respiratory care in the acute care setting with minimal orientation and supervision
Communicate effectively with physicians nurses patients and the care team
Required Qualifications
Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy
New York State license/registration as a Respiratory Therapist
Minimum 2 years of post-degree clinical acute care experience required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Must successfully pass pre-employment health clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Pediatric experience preferred
Candidates outside a 100-mile radius preferred
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Vacation Pay
- Bonus Opportunities
- Health Insurance
- 401(k)
- Professional Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Annual Appreciation Gifts
- Access to Third-Party Leadership Training
About Us
Cedar Park Med is a woman-owned JCAHO-certified healthcare staffing firm not an MSP working directly with healthcare facilities. We provide transparent pay clearly defined assignments and consistent communication throughout your assignment supported by a dedicated team with direct phone access.
Questions about the role pay or start date Call or text Carla Cannon at .
No time to apply Text RT to Carla Cannon at to get started.
Required Experience:
IC
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