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Job description
ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Alexandria, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Duration
nThis is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
nDay Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Job Description
nThe Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. The therapist evaluates patients and recommends treatment plans, explains the purpose and procedures of treatments, tests, and equipment to the patients, and provides necessary education upon discharge to home.
Responsibilities
n Conducts physician-prescribed treatments including operating various ventilatory equipment (both invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
Performs chest physiotherapy and suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal) to promote secretion clearance.
Performs oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy.
Reviews patient chest x-rays to determine need for further evaluation and performs pulmonary function studies.
Assists with respiratory care-related procedures (e.g., Bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, Chest Tube placement).
Manages tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
Conducts arterial punctures and monitors ventilation efficiency.
Follows all policies related to laboratory testing, including specimen handling and quality controls.
Performs CPR according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
Maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation on various types of equipment.
Records all pertinent information of treatments and patient responses on respiratory care records and charts.
Communicates with attending and pulmonary physician regarding therapy efficiency and patient status.
Maintains accurate respiratory therapy charging, including data entry and error correction.
n Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
nCurrent Virginia respiratory therapist license is required.
Why ARMStaffing?
nAt ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
n Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
n nWe're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
n SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
n nContract & local
ARMStaffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. 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.
nAs 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.
nWe 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.
nOur 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.
nThe Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
nnLocal and travel contracts
nTemp-to-perm employment
nDirect-hire personnel
nPer Diem
nStaffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
nLong-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
n24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
nFull-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
nLong-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
nMedical Benefits
nCompany-matched 401K
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Worksite address
alexandria, VA, 22350, US
Who can apply
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