Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - FT - Days or Nights - Jeff Hwy

About the role

We provide respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to patients ranging from neonatal to geriatric. Our team monitors and weans oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, draws and analyzes arterial blood gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. We also assist with changing artificial airways and provide services as ordered by a physician.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements

Required - Associate's Degree
Required - None
Certifications - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice, Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.