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Respiratory Therapist
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$86,308 / year median in Vermont
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (Registered) in Saint Albans, VT. This assignment involves providing respiratory therapy services in a hospital setting for a duration of 13 weeks. The role requires working during night shifts, with scheduled hours from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, totaling 72 hours bi-weekly with every other weekend off.Job Details:
Position:
Respiratory Therapist (Registered)Schedule:
Nights; 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per weekStart Date:
10/05/2026End Date:
01/03/2027Required Qualifications:
Certifications includingNRP, ACLS, BLS
; Education and Degree requirements; qualifications include current VT respiratory therapist license upon start date; minimum of 3-4 years of hospital respiratory therapist experience; location requirement to reside outside a 50-mile radius of the organization.Preferred Qualifications:
Not specified.Additional Information:
Candidate should have a strong background in hospital respiratory care, with comprehensive knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures, protocols, and emergency response techniques. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE creditsBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Transportation