Therapy - Respiratory Therapist

Details Client Name UP Health System - Marquette Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Therapy Specialty Respiratory Therapist Job ID 36596213 Job Title Therapy - Respiratory Therapist Weekly Pay $2056.0 Shift Details Shift 12 hour nights Scheduled Hours 36 Job Order Details Start Date 05/11/2026 End Date 08/10/2026 Duration 13 Week(s) Job Description A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a licensed healthcare professional who specializes in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory therapists work with individuals of all ages, providing care to those with conditions such as asthma, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sleep apnea, and those requiring life support or mechanical ventilation. They use a variety of techniques and equipment to manage and improve respiratory function. Key Responsibilities : Patient Assessment and Evaluation : Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions, including reviewing medical history and performing physical exams. Assess lung function, breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and other vital signs through non-invasive and invasive diagnostic procedures. Analyze test results, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs) , arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, chest X-rays, and sleep studies . D