First Connect Health is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lehi, Utah.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
Respiratory Therapist – Acute Care
Division: Allied Health
Setting: Acute Care
Shift: 12-hour rotation
Hours: 36 hrs/week (Guaranteed)
Experience Required: 2 Years
Charting: Epic
Required Certifications
- BLS (AHA)
- ACLS
- CRT via NBRC (RRT preferred per facility education requirements: CoARC /JRCRTE/CAAHEP accredited program)
- PALS & NRP required per department requirements
Unit / Department Overview – Respiratory Therapy
Responsibilities / Common Duties
- Perform patient assessments, create care plans, implement and evaluate therapy plans
- Perform diagnostic testing including:
- ABGs
- PFTs
- EKGs
- Cardiac testing
- Bronchoscopy support
- Pulse oximetry
- Patient transport (intra-facility and inter-facility)
- Ability to work standard, flexible, and extended hours (including > 40 hrs /week as needed)
Skills & Experience
- Minimum: 1 year of respiratory therapy experience (2 years required for submission)
- EMR experience preferred
- Must be able to work independently; may occasionally be the only RT on duty depending on department needs
- Must be able to provide on-call coverage outside scheduled hours per facility policy
Scheduling / Requirements
- Weekends: Every Other Weekend (EOW)
- Call: On-call coverage required
- Standby: Possible per departmental needs
Job ID #1008773
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus