R.R.T./C.R.T.

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare • Clinton, MO

120d • $29 - $37

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pulmonary Services, the Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures ordered by a physician. This role involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at providing high-quality respiratory care to patients.

Requirements

• Current RRT or CRT license through the State of Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Certification issued by NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care)
• Current BLS NRP within six months of hire date
• ACLS and PALS optional
• One year of recent clinical experience desired
• Must be a customer service champion and team-oriented

Responsibilities

• Medical gas administration
• Aerosol therapy
• Obtaining and analyzing blood specimens
• Performing patient testing
• Operating and maintaining various types of respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment
• Providing mechanical ventilation
• Maintaining artificial airways
• Assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Providing patient education
• Monitoring equipment and patient response to therapy
• Completing documentation of inpatient and departmental records
• Cleaning equipment
• Maintaining safety and infection control practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees