Respiratory Therapist - RT 25-25065


Healthcare - Upstate NY - Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, New York
Locations: Syracuse, Albany, Cortland, Rochester
Posted On: July 09, 2025
Last Day to Apply: July 23, 2025
Pay: $57.00 per hour

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist [TRAVEL]
Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Location: Syracuse, NY 
Block Scheduling: Not available
Dual Assignments: Not permitted
Preferred Candidates: Pediatric experience

Position Overview:

A reputable healthcare facility is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position. This role involves delivering essential respiratory care to patients in an acute care setting and requires the ability to perform independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

  • Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Respiratory Therapy (required)

  • Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration (required)

  • Minimum of 2 years of clinical acute care experience post-degree (required)

  • Must pass pre-employment health screening

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required

Responsibilities:

  • Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapy

  • Monitor and manage oxygen therapy

  • Assist physicians in the application and maintenance of continuous mechanical ventilation

  • Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as needed

  • Perform pulmonary function tests and radial arterial punctures

  • Deliver high-quality patient care in an acute care environment with minimal supervision

  • Operate with a high degree of clinical independence

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 1+ year of experience in the respiratory therapy field (required)

  • Proficient in a wide range of acute care patient functions

  • Familiarity with pediatric respiratory care (preferred)

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