Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist - Syracuse, NY (#25234).

Location: Syracuse, NY.
Employment Type: Full-time (Contract, 13 weeks).
Hourly Rate: $57/hr.

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position at an Acute Care / Academic Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality respiratory care in a fast-paced hospital setting, working independently during overnight hours while responding effectively to emergencies.

Why Join Us?:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $57/hour with potential contract extensions.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Sick leave.
  • Full-time position with 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM).
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licensure: Active NY State Respiratory Therapist License. Candidates from out-of-state are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Certification: RRT or CRT credential required; BLS certification (ACLS & PALS preferred).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of post-licensure respiratory therapy experience.
  • Hospital/Acute Care experience strongly preferred.
  • Pediatric respiratory care is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in respiratory care equipment & EMR systems.
• Soft Skills: Ability to work independently, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with medical teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide respiratory care in an acute care setting.
• Monitor and assess patients requiring ventilator support, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory interventions.
• Work autonomously during night shifts while ensuring prompt emergency response.
• Maintain accurate patient records using EMR systems.

We are committed to our core values: integrity, honesty, and transparencyFinding a new position as a physician or allied health professional or filling a critical vacancy in your practice, clinic, hospital, or skilled care facility can be stressful and time-consuming.At Greenlife our mission is to make this process easier for you and help you through all the steps necessary to find that perfect new position or the healthcare professional to round out your team.We understand that every situation is different and our approach reflects that: we value personalized interaction with job seekers and employers, our searches are customized not cookie-cutter and our results speak for themselves: Happy job seekers and employers who found the right professional match through our services.