You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Facility Type:

Long Term Acute Care

Start Date:

ASAP

Length of Assignment:

8 weeks

Schedule:

Night Shift: 6:30pm - 7am

Certification Needed:

RRT (preferred) or CRT, BLS/CPR, ACLS

State License Needed:

Massachusetts

## Job Summary

Our client is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to join their team in a Long Term Acute Care facility. The primary responsibilities include clinically intubating, managing vents, performing ABGs, assisting with bronchoscopy, performing EKGs, and running effective codes without an on-site physician. You will work with adults in an LTACH setting, providing direct patient care and operating advanced respiratory equipment.

## Responsibilities

• Clinically intubate, manage vents, and perform ABGs.
• Assist with bronchoscopy and perform EKGs.
• Run effective codes in the absence of an on-site physician.
• Operate Dräger Savina 300, Puritan Bennett 840, Respironics V60, and High-Flow systems.
• Manage standard therapeutic respiratory modalities, excluding PFTs.

## Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts license.
• RRT (preferred) or CRT certification.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications.
• Strong ICU/Critical Care background.
• Preferred experience with Dräger Savina 300, Puritan Bennett 840, Respironics V60, and High-Flow systems.

## Schedule / Shift

Night Shift: 6:30pm - 7am

## Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.