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ARMStaffing lists this Local Contract Respiratory Therapist opportunity in city of altoona, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
ARMStaffing is seeking a local contract Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Local Contract
Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) – Altoona, PA
Assignment Type: Travel Contract / Local Contract
Agency: ARMStaffing | Location: Altoona, PA
ARMStaffing is hiring experienced and motivated Respiratory Therapists (CRT and RRT) for travel and local assignments in Altoona, PA. If you’re ready to make a difference in patient care while exploring new places, we’re ready to help you get there.
Job Description:
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play a key role in assessing, treating, and caring for patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders. You’ll work with patients of all ages in acute and critical care settings, helping to improve respiratory function and overall wellness.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer respiratory therapies, treatments, and medications
Operate ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, and other respiratory equipment
Monitor and document patient response to treatment
Assist in emergency situations, including code blue response
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
Educate patients and families on respiratory health and equipment use
Requirements:
Valid Respiratory Therapist license (state-specific or eligible)
NBRC credentials: RRT or CRT required
BLS certification required;
ACLS, PALS, or NRP preferred (based on facility)
Minimum 1 year of recent RT experience in a hospital or acute care setting
Experience with critical care, vents, and EMR systems preferred
Why Travel with ARMStaffing?
Top Pay + Tax-Free Housing & Meal Stipends
Weekly Direct Deposit
Free Private Housing or Housing Allowance
Full Credentialing & License Reimbursement Support
24/7 Access to a Dedicated Recruiter
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Bring your expertise in respiratory care where it’s needed most.
Apply today and start your next assignment as a Travel Respiratory Therapist with ARMStaffing!
ARMStaffing Job ID # . Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist: Respiratory Therapist,07:00:00-19:00:00
About ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
Local and travel contracts
Temp-to-perm employment
Direct-hire personnel
Per Diem
Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
Medical Benefits
Company-matched 401K
Worksite address
city of altoona, PA, 16603, US
Who can apply
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