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ARMStaffing lists this Travel 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 travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel 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, rotating
Employment Type: Travel
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Job Description
Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. This position requires defined responsibilities across all patient populations and service areas.
Responsibilities
Reads prescriptions, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess conditions and determine treatment requirements.
Determines suitable methods for administering inhalants and observes necessary precautions.
Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders and interprets clinical data for optimal patient outcomes.
Sets up and operates respiratory therapy equipment, including mechanical ventilators and aerosol generators.
Monitors equipment and patient responses, adjusting settings for effective therapy delivery.
Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patients in breathing exercises.
Conducts pulmonary function tests for physician diagnosis and maintains accurate patient charts.
Transport mechanically ventilated patients and respond to emergency code situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
Graduate of a Co ARC approved Respiratory program required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RTT) certification required.
State Licensure as per local laws.
Schedule
This is a 12-hour rotating shift, working 3 days per week, with guaranteed hours for the contracted duration.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
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
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
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Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
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,19:00:00-07:00:00
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.
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Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
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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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