Respiratory Therapist (RRT / CRT) - RTHESM#01

Respiratory Therapist (RRT / CRT)•RTHESM#01 NavitasPartners•4.0 Springfield, MA Job Details Contract 1 day ago Qualifications NRP Certification BLS Certification English Basic life support State-specific respiratory therapist license

RCP License Full Job Description Job Title:

Respiratory Therapist (RRT / CRT)

Location:

Hyannis, Massachusetts Contract Duration:

13

Weeks Shift & Schedule:

Night Shift•3x12.5 Hour Shifts 07:00 PM•07:30 AM 37.5 Hours per

Week Every Other Weekend & Every Other Holiday Required Facility Type:

Acute Care Hospital•Respiratory Therapy Department Job Summary "Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week contract assignment within an acute care hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have strong critical care and ventilator management experience and thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environments. This role involves providing respiratory care services to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations while collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Key Responsibilities Assess and treat acute and chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunction Initiate, manage, and monitor ventilatory support using lung-protective strategies Perform ventilator monitoring, troubleshooting, and patient weaning Conduct ABG draws, sputum specimen collection, and bedside spirometry Interpret ABG results and monitor respiratory status Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, Heliox, and high-flow oxygen therapy Assist with bronchoscopies, conscious sedation procedures, and intubations Respond to Codes and Rapid Response Team (RRT) calls Maintain and assess artificial airways including tracheostomy and laryngectomy tubes Perform tracheal suctioning and assist with tracheostomy tube changes Administer and manage non-invasive ventilation therapies Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and provide respiratory clinical expertise Maintain accurate EMR documentation and charge reconciliation Support neonatal and pediatric respiratory care modalities Maintain respiratory therapy equipment and supplies Assist with orientation, education, and training of staff and students Requirements Active Massachusetts Respiratory Therapy License required RRT or CRT Certification required Current AHA BLS Certification required NRP Certification required Minimum one year of critical care respiratory experience preferred Strong ventilator and airway management experience preferred Ability to work efficiently in high-acuity settings Excellent communication and patient care skills English proficiency required (Read, Write, Speak) Education Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program required Certifications & Licensure Massachusetts Respiratory Therapy License Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) AHA BLS Certification Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification For more details contact at or Call / Text at 516-862-1169. About Navitas Healthcare, LLC 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.