About this role
Respiratory Therapist - Bethesda MD
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Type Temporary Part Time
Overview
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliated hospitals. We provide temporary staffing support across a variety of Johns Hopkins locations while offering employees the unique opportunity to enjoy the flexibility of temporary assignments with the advantages of being part of a world-renowned healthcare organization.
When you join Intrastaff, you become part of a culturally diverse team of exceptional healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence in patient care. Working within the Johns Hopkins Health System provides exposure to leading-edge technology, innovative treatments, and groundbreaking medical research that continues to shape the future of healthcare. Now Hiring: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Suburban Hospital
Schedule:
Night Shift 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Includes rotating weekends
Pay Rate:
$60.00/hr
Join Johns Hopkins Intrastaff and bring your respiratory care expertise to one of the nation's most respected healthcare systems while making a meaningful impact on patient care. Responsibilities The Respiratory Therapist will observe, assess, monitor, and educate patients participating in outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation. The role focuses on patient safety, encouragement, and clinical support while working collaboratively with another Respiratory Therapist who will handle documentation in the clinical system.
Observe and assess patients during pulmonary rehabilitation sessions Monitor and obtain vital signs as appropriate Assist patients throughout therapy activities to ensure safety and tolerance Provide patient education related to pulmonary disease management and rehabilitation goals Respond appropriately to patient needs or changes in condition Work collaboratively with the pulmonary rehab team, including another RT responsible for documentation Follow infection control, safety, and departmental policies Maintain a professional, supportive, and respectful environment for all patients
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities: Graduate of an AMA‑approved Respiratory Therapy program Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Maryland State Board of Physicians Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required Current AHA BLS & ACLS certification required