Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician In Madison, WI

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location
Wisconsin

Schedule / Job Type
Contract 13 Weeks Day Shift Onsite

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments using invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
- Perform airway management procedures including suctioning, tracheostomy care, and insertion and removal of endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope
- Operate and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; perform setup, self-testing, and assist with preventative maintenance and repair
- Perform arterial punctures, pulmonary function studies, oximetry and capnography monitoring, chest physiotherapy, 12-Lead EKG, and basic arrhythmia recognition
- Assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform PleurX catheter drainage where applicable
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines; document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately


Required Qualifications

- Active Respiratory Therapist license in good standing
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- Ability to work with minimal supervision within the scope of professional licensure
- Competency in operating a wide range of respiratory care equipment including mechanical ventilators and aerosol delivery systems


Preferred Experience / Skills

- Experience in moderate complexity laboratory testing including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
- Familiarity with shift-to-shift walking rounds and hands-off communication protocols
- Experience assisting with advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy and percutaneous tracheostomies


Why Join Us

- Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing high-acuity respiratory care across a broad scope of practice
- 13-week contract offering professional growth and hands-on experience with a wide variety of respiratory therapies and equipment






Skills:

Acute Care, Adobe FreeHand, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Aerosols, Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Cardiovascular Disease, Catheterization, Communications Protocols, Document Management, Electrocardiogram, Laboratory Testing, Maintenance Services, Medication Administration, Oximetry, Paint Shop Pro Tubes, Physical Therapy, Prescription Drugs, Preventative Maintenance, Professional License, Respiratory Therapy, Sample/Specimen Processing, Tracheotomy, Ventilator



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