Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist NICU - Per Diem

The Per Diem Respiratory NICU Therapist performs physician directed respiratory and life support including ventilator care, blood gas analyses, and arterial punctures.

The Per Diem Respiratory Therapist NICU performs all technical aspects of respiratory procedures including:

Performing physician prescribed pulmonary function testing, ventilator therapy, arterial punctures, and interpreting blood gases. Providing quality services to client facilities and patients while working in an independent and professional manner Maintains skills in order to complete duties in a timely and efficient manner Demonstration of knowledge of age-related information to ensure quality patient care Preventing the transfer of infection and blood borne contaminants Operates ventilator equipment safely in accordance with equipment and facility guidelines
Complying with quality and quantity criteria of client facility and completing all assigned work.
Complying with policies and procedures of client facility and Quik Travel Staffing.
Maintains compliance with client facility, Federal, State and County regulations

Our Per Diem Respiratory Therapist NICU can expect the following:
The Highest Paying Assignments at Los Angeles and Orange County Hospitals
Direct Deposit
One-on-one service
24/7 Support
Referral Bonus Available

Job Requirements for our Per Diem Respiratory Therapist NICU
Current California Department of Health License/Certification as a Respiratory Therapist
American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP
Minimum Five Years Acute Care experience as a Respiratory Therapist- NICU Setting
No "NEW GRADS"
Two Professional References
Passing Score on Quik Travel Staffing Respiratory Therapist Examination and Skills Checklist
LA Fire Safety Card
Respiratory Mask Fit Test (N-95)
Certificate of Health stating the ability to perform the functions of the position
Able to work independently while striving for the best in patient care