Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Contract

This is an established cardiopulmonary department within an acute care facility. RCPs perform a full scope of respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures under the direction of the medical director and cardiopulmonary leadership. Night shift providers may be assigned Lead RCP responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor. Key Responsibilities Include: Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician Assess, plan, implement, and document respiratory care with consideration of age and population-specific needs Provide ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and airway management Respond to respiratory emergencies and codes Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary care teams May serve as Lead RCP during shift in the absence of a supervisor Maintain accurate, timely documentation per departmental standards Candidate Requirements: Required: Active California RCP license RRT credential from NBRC Minimum 2 years of acute care respiratory therapy experience Current BLS certification Preferred: ACLS certification Experience with critical care ventilator management Prior travel or per diem experience Skills & Abilities: Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Comfortable working independently on night shift Ability to manage diverse respiratory caseload across patient populations Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills Leadership capability for potential Lead RCP duties