Job Description
Pride Health is hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 12-week contract assignment in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA / Danville, PA
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Assignment Dates: 01/05/2026
Schedule Details
- Shift: AM
- Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts
- Hours: 36 hours/week
- Meal Break: 30 minutes
- Weekends/Holidays: Every other weekend and every other holiday
Job Description
The Respiratory Therapist will assess patient respiratory care needs, develop and implement care plans, and deliver high-quality respiratory therapy services while ensuring excellent patient and family experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and document comprehensive respiratory assessments and establish appropriate care plans
- Administer respiratory therapies, manage airways, and initiate/manage mechanical ventilation per protocol
- Monitor patient status, collect and analyze ABGs, and respond to emergent respiratory situations
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate patients/families, and support continuity of care.
Education & Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy specialty training program – Required
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification – NBRC (Required).
Offered pay rate will be based on experience, certifications, and facility guidelines.
Interested? Apply now!About Pride Health
Pride Health is Pride Global’s healthcare staffing division, delivering recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals nationwide since 2010.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Pride Global and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), life & disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more.
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