Respiratory Therapist

About the role

The Respiratory Therapist role performs diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patients to aid physicians/advanced practice practitioners in diagnosis and treatment of heart, lung, and blood vessel disorders. Administers respiratory care modalities and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiovascular system, under supervision of the physician/advanced practice practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patients to aid physicians/advanced practice practitioners in diagnosis and treatment of heart, lung, and blood vessel disorders.
• Administers respiratory care modalities and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiovascular system, under supervision of the physician/advanced practice practitioner.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate from AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Care, RRT, or CRRT required. Current BLS certification required. Current ACLS, PALS and NRP Certifications required or must obtain within one year of start date or according to department guidelines.
• Experience: One year of acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current applicable state(s) license in Respiratory Care, RRT, or CRRT required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Current ACLS, PALS and NRP Certifications required or must obtain within one year of start date or according to department guidelines.

Skills

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus of $20,000.00 for Respiratory Therapists for a limited time.
• Self-scheduling model for full-time positions.

Pay

• Salary range based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

• Full-time (36 hours) day shift self-scheduling model.

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