Registered Respiratory Therapist II ( Ashley River Tower)

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of respiratory therapy modalities to patients with cardiac and pulmonary dysfunction. Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Weekend, holiday, and disaster response team coverage as based on department needs.

Requirements

• Licensed as a respiratory care practitioner by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulations Board of Medical Examiners.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Graduation from a program approved by CoArc (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) or a successor accrediting authority.
• Two years of experience in respiratory care.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases.
• Measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function.
• Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing.
• Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians.
• Weekend, holiday, and disaster response team coverage as based on department needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree