Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,966 per week
hace 7 días
Grand Rapids
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist, • Discipline: Allied Health Professional, • Start Date: 04/20/2026, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – 13-week hospital assignment in Grand Rapids, MI. Competitive weekly pay $1,590–$1,700; ASAP start. Join a collaborative healthcare team delivering critical care and respiratory therapy services in West Michigan. Located in the heart of West Michigan, Grand Rapids (49506) is renowned for its vibrant community, thriving arts scene, and beautiful parks. Enjoy award-winning restaurants, lively downtown entertainment, and easy access to Lake Michigan beaches. The city offers a high quality of life, with friendly neighborhoods and a welcoming atmosphere—making it an ideal place to work, live, and explore during your assignment. Job Details • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,590 - $1,700, • Location: Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (Grand Rapids, Michigan; West Michigan respiratory therapy jobs), • Setting: Hospital (acute care / critical care environment), • Assignment Duration: 13 weeks, • Shift: 12-hour day shifts (3 shifts per week), • Employment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapist / On-Site, • Start Date: ASAP Job Requirements • Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification, • Minimum 1 year recent hospital experience as a Respiratory Therapist (ICU/acute care experience preferred), • Current BLS and ACLS certifications, • Strong clinical skills in ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary function testing, • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; strong communication and patient education skills, • State licensure or eligibility for Michigan licensure preferred Responsibilities • Provide comprehensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed in a hospital setting, • Evaluate patients, recommend and implement respiratory treatment plans, and document responses, • Deliver physician-prescribed treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen therapy, aerosol devices, and nebulizers, • Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry and capnography monitoring, and review chest x-rays, • Conduct 12-lead EKGs, basic arrhythmia recognition, and pulmonary function studies, • Assist with bronchoscopy, tracheostomy care, chest tube management, and related procedures, • Perform arterial punctures, monitor ventilation efficiency, and maintain accurate clinical documentation and charging, • Operate, maintain, and assist with preventive maintenance of ventilators and respiratory equipment, • Follow laboratory testing protocols, handle specimens, and support quality control efforts, • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines and participate in shift hand-offs and interdisciplinary communication Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID #469560. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Hospital About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.