Position Title: Respiratory Therapist - ICU Location: Syracuse, NY Contract Type: 13-Week Assignment Pay Rate:
- Traveler: $57/hr
- Local: $48.20/hr
Job Summary: We are hiring a skilled Respiratory Therapist to support a critical care unit in New York. This ICU-based contract position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity setting, providing essential respiratory care to critically ill patients. The ideal candidate will be experienced, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver advanced respiratory therapy and ventilator support in an ICU setting
- Perform arterial blood gas sampling, analysis, and interpretation
- Manage closed suction systems and other ICU respiratory equipment
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
- Accurately document all interventions and adhere to hospital protocols and safety standards
Requirements:
- Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration
- A.A.S. in Respiratory Therapy (Associate's degree)
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
- Proven expertise in ventilator management, ABGs, and closed suction systems
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills