Float Pool Respiratory Therapist - FT, PT & PRN

About the role

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation supportservices to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient encounter.
• Educates patients and healthcare team on procedures and treatment plan.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Required – Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy. Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy.
Work Experience: Required – 2 years respiratory therapy experience.

Certifications

• Required – Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
  Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist
  Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
  Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days of hire

Skills

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