Respiratory Therapist (Local & Travel) - Syracuse, NY

NavitsPartners • Syracuse, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a skilled and motivated Respiratory Therapist to support an acute care hospital setting in Syracuse, NY. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are comfortable working independently with minimal orientation. Prior pediatric experience is strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapies Initiate, monitor, and manage oxygen therapy Assist physicians with initiation and management of mechanical ventilation Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as needed Conduct pulmonary function testing Perform radial arterial punctures Deliver comprehensive respiratory care across acute care units Function independently with limited supervision following orientation

Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy
• Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration
• Minimum 2 years of post-degree acute care experience
• Acute care respiratory therapy experience (minimum 1 year required)
• Ability to work independently in a hospital environment

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapies
• Initiate, monitor, and manage oxygen therapy
• Assist physicians with initiation and management of mechanical ventilation
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as needed
• Conduct pulmonary function testing
• Perform radial arterial punctures
• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care across acute care units
• Function independently with limited supervision following orientation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree