Respiratory Therapist

US: Tryfacta • Morristown, NJ

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About The Position

Tryfacta is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a client in Hackensack, New Jersey, for a 13-week contract assignment. The Registered Respiratory Therapist works under the supervision of the Director of Respiratory Services, Technical Supervisor, and Shift Supervisors, providing respiratory care therapy and supportive equipment according to the Department Policy and Procedure Manual. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts, and the listed pay rate is $65–$70 per hour.

The therapist provides respiratory care under medical direction, including patient education, treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies. The role includes assisting with intubation and setting up and managing ventilators. The therapist gathers information to evaluate patient needs, develops rapport with patients, caregivers, and team members, and documents education based on identified needs. The position requires floating to adult ICU areas, intermediate care, and the Basic Intermediate Care floor. Other duties and projects may be assigned. The employer states that it is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent experience working as a licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• At least 1 year of ICU experience.
• Previous ventilator experience.
• Willingness to float to adult ICU areas, intermediate care, and the Basic Intermediate Care floor.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current and valid New Jersey Respiratory Care license.
• Current and valid NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• BLS certification from AHA.
• ACLS certification.
• PALS certification.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Strong accountability, teamwork, patient focus, and commitment to high-quality care.
• Ability to lift at least 5 lbs., push or pull at least 5 lbs., and stand at least 1 hour per day.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy under medical direction, including education, treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Assist with intubation and perform ventilator setup and management.
• Gather information to evaluate patient needs, including disease-specific education, testing, and consultation with other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Develop rapport and mutual respect with patients, caregivers, and team members to support achievement of care goals.
• Provide and document patient and caregiver education based on identified needs in an understandable manner.
• Float to adult ICU areas, intermediate care, and the Basic Intermediate Care floor.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED