Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Hyannis, MA
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: 32–40 Hours per Week | Rotating Shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, and/or 3:00 PM–11:00 PM) | Every Other Weekend & Holiday Required

Compensation

Travel Pay: $60–$65/hr ($2,070–$2,242/week) (Based on Experience)
Local Pay: $50–$55/hr ($1,725–$1,897/week) (Based on Experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care services to patients across a variety of clinical settings. The ideal candidate will assess, treat, monitor, and manage patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions while collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify acute and chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunction.
• Initiate, manage, and monitor ventilatory support, including ventilator setup, troubleshooting, lung-protective strategies, and patient weaning.
• Follow therapist-driven protocols, departmental procedures, and evidence-based respiratory care practices.
• Perform diagnostic procedures including arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and sputum specimen collection.
• Interpret ABG results and assess respiratory status.
• Perform bedside spirometry and capnography testing.
• Monitor patients’ respiratory conditions during intra-facility and inter-facility transport.
• Respond to emergency situations including Code Blue and Rapid Response Team activations.
• Assist with conscious sedation procedures and endotracheal intubations.
• Administer therapeutic gases and treatments, including oxygen therapy, Heliox, and high-flow oxygen therapy.
• Assist physicians during bronchoscopies performed in procedural and critical care settings.
• Utilize respiratory monitoring equipment and patient care technology effectively.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.

Required Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current Massachusetts Respiratory Therapy License.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential.

Certifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification.

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of critical care respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ventilator management and cardiopulmonary care.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in acute care, emergency, and critical care environments.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical setting.

For more details reach at jknox@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732-791-4827.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.