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Respiratory Therapist - FT - Nights - $20K Sign on Bonus - MHW

Memorial Healthcare System · Pembroke Pines, FL · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the Role

Patients depend on our team for the best in evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities. Opportunities exist for motivated Registered Respiratory Therapists (and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians) with the skills to provide a high level of quality service in a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma, and Critical Care.

Provides care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.

Responsibilities

  • Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
  • Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition.
  • Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
  • Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
  • Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.

Competencies

  • Accountability
  • Arterial Blood Gas Sampling - Arterial Puncture
  • Artificial Airway Care/Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • HFNC/Vapotherm
  • Mechanical Ventilation Weaning/Pulmonary Mechanics
  • Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)
  • Patient and Family Centered Care
  • Responding to Change
  • Standards of Behavior

Requirements

  • Accredited Program: Respiratory Therapy (Required)
  • BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (TT LICENSE) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

No prior work experience required.

National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential is preferred.

Department Specific Credentials

  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric areas
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for Adult areas

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

  • Bending and Stooping: 80%
  • Keyboard Entry: 80%
  • Kneeling: 80%
  • Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater: 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient: 60%
  • Reaching: 80%
  • Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm: 80%
  • Running: 60%
  • Sitting: 60%
  • Squatting: 80%
  • Standing: 80%
  • Walking: 80%
  • Audible Speech: 80%
  • Hearing Acuity: 80%
  • Smelling Acuity: 60%
  • Depth Perception: 80%
  • Distinguish Color: 80%
  • Seeing - Far: 80%
  • Seeing - Near: 80%
  • Biohazardous Waste: 80%
  • Biological Hazards - Respiratory: 80%
  • Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion: 80%
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids: 80%
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens: 80%
  • Cytotoxic Chemicals: 60%
  • Dust: 60%
  • Gas/Vapors/Fumes: 80%
  • Hazardous Medication: 60%
  • Latex: 60%
  • Computer Monitor: 80%
  • Domestic Animals: 60%
  • Fire Risk: 40%
  • Hazardous Noise: 40%
  • Heating Devices: 60%
  • Magnetic Fields: 80%
  • Moving Mechanical Parts: 80%
  • Needles/Sharp Objects: 80%
  • Potential Electric Shock: 40%
  • Potential for Physical Assault: 60%
  • Radiation: 60%
  • Wet or Slippery Surfaces: 80%

Shift: Nights

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