Registered Respiratory Therapist SE II, Carolinas Rehab, PRN
About The Position
This position is for a Registered Respiratory Therapist SE II at Carolinas Rehab, working part-time with a schedule of 7p-7a. The role involves administering therapeutic procedures, performing diagnostic procedures, initiating, monitoring, and maintaining mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, and evaluating current therapies. The therapist will document therapy and results, communicate with the healthcare team, initiate and modify respiratory care techniques in emergencies, and perform blood sampling analysis. The role requires proficiency in electronic medical records, adherence to departmental safety guidelines, and completion of regulatory requirements and annual proficiency evaluations.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
- Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required.
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of applicable state.
- BLS required per policy guidelines.
- Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards.
- For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
- Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
- Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
- Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
- Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
- Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies.
- Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
- Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
- Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
- Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
- Follows departmental safety guidelines.
- Completes all regulatory requirements.
- Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
Benefits
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
