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Job description
Encode INC is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Akron, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/11/2026
Duration: 5 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)
Facility: Akron Campus
Location: 141 N. Forge St., Akron, OH 44304
Contract: 10/11/2026 – 11/14/2026
Duration: 5 Weeks | Possible Extension
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Patient Population: All Adult
Setting: Acute Care | Level 1 Trauma Center
Position Overview:
Akron Campus is seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 5-week night-shift contract with the possibility of extension.
The facility primarily prefers RRTs; however, CRT candidates may also be considered if they are Registry Eligible and have appropriate respiratory care experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Verify physician orders and assess patients to determine the appropriateness of respiratory treatments.
Assess, monitor, and document patient responses and tolerance to respiratory therapies.
Recognize and report unusual reactions or changes in patient condition to physicians, nurses, and other appropriate healthcare staff.
Explain respiratory procedures and treatments to patients and address questions or concerns.
Perform respiratory and pulmonary procedures according to department policies and protocols.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in CPR/cardiopulmonary resuscitation .
Set up, operate, and maintain respiratory care equipment.
Administer medical gases and respiratory medications as ordered.
Assist with maintaining adequate supplies and medications within the respiratory department.
Complete required documentation and billing information for services provided.
Participate in interdisciplinary patient care teams and quality improvement initiatives.
Provide education to patients, families, students, and healthcare professionals as appropriate.
Attend in-services, meetings, and educational programs to maintain current knowledge of respiratory care practices, equipment, and procedures.
Maintain competency and proficiency in respiratory care skills in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Primary Equipment:
Experience with the following equipment is highly relevant:
PB 980 – Ventilator
PB 840 – Ventilator
V60 – Non-Invasive Ventilator
Epoc – Handheld Blood Analyzer
ParaPacPlus – Transport Ventilator
Requirements:
RRT preferred
CRT accepted if Registry Eligible and appropriately experienced
Relevant acute-care respiratory therapy experience
Experience with adult patients
Ability to work independently in a high-acuity environment
Comfortable working in a Level 1 Trauma Center
Facility Environment:
All-adult acute care facility
Level 1 Trauma Center
Night-shift assignment
5-week contract
Possible extension
About Encode INC
At Encode, we empower organizations and individuals through innovative, human-centric workforce and technology solutions. With decades of experience and a proven track record, we deliver more than just healthcare staffing, we provide integrated, strategic support across industries, with particular strength in federal and government contracts. Why Vivian Health?
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
Referral bonus
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Worksite address
akron, OH, 44329, US
Who can apply
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