Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Adult/Pediatric/Neonatal Location:

Hilo, HI Job Type:

Contract Contract:

15

Weeks Pay Rate:

$ 1,700 To $ 1,976 Per week

Schedule:

Night Shift Experience:

Minimum 2 Years Required About the Role We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a 15-week night-shift contract in Hilo, Hawaii. The Respiratory Therapist will provide comprehensive respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, including continuous airway management and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support. Candidates must have an active Hawaii Respiratory Therapy license by the start of the assignment and previous travel/contract experience, as first-time assignments are not accepted. The scheduled shift is 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM for three 12-hour shifts per week. Responsibilities Provide continuous airway management and comprehensive respiratory therapy services to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Manage and support patients requiring invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Operate respiratory equipment including

PB 980, PB

840, V60, and ParaPAC transport ventilators. Collaborate with physicians and clinical team members regarding respiratory care and patient treatment needs. Provide CPR support and complete required respiratory care documentation using computerized clinical systems. Requirements Minimum 2 Years of Respiratory Therapy Experience Required; First-Time Travel Assignments Are Not Accepted. Current Hawaii Respiratory Therapy License Required by Contract Start. Current BLS/BCLS, ACLS, and PALS Certifications Required. Experience Caring for Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal Patient Populations Required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credential and NRP Certification Preferred; Flu Vaccination or Approved Medical/Religious Exception Required Prior to Start. This contract opportunity is suited for an experienced Respiratory Therapist comfortable managing complex airway and ventilator care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations on night shifts.