Job Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner / Therapist (Registered)
Location: New York, NY 10038
Type: Contract
Shift: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour break, weekends required)
Pay Rate: $2,292.50 weekly
We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Care Practitioner/Therapist to join our healthcare team. The role involves performing advanced pulmonary function testing, providing respiratory therapy in ICU and other care settings, and ensuring high-quality patient care in alignment with current standards.
Conduct pulmonary function testing (PFT) including Spirometry, Plethysmography, DLCO, 6-Minute Walk Test, and Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) analysis.
Deliver respiratory therapy support in ICU and other patient care areas.
Operate and manage mechanical ventilation systems and respiratory care equipment.
Assist with intubation procedures when required.
Accurately document and report in electronic systems.
Provide patient-centered care following established respiratory care standards.
Required:
Active NYS Respiratory Therapist License.
Graduate of an AMA-accredited Respiratory Therapy Program (A.A.S. or B.S.).
Minimum 3 years experience in PFT within a functioning lab.
Minimum 3 years experience with Spirometry, Plethysmography, DLCO, 6-Min Walk Test, and ABG.
Strong knowledge of mechanical ventilation and current ventilator standards.
Proficiency with computer applications.
BLS certification.
Preferred:
2 years ICU experience.
ACLS certification.
Intubation experience.
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.