Registered Respiratory Therapist Wknd
About The Position
Saint Joseph Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join its established team and provide specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. The role involves delivering treatments ranging from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support. The therapist assesses diverse patient needs, develops and executes care plans, and provides focused intervention in routine and emergency situations. The position requires urgency, composure under pressure, the ability to anticipate outcomes, dedication to patient well-being, and strong problem-solving skills. The posting offers a sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 and educational assistance (student loan payback) of up to $24,000 for eligible hires.
Requirements
- Associate of Science in Cardiopulmonary Services or Associate of Science in Respiratory Care, upon hire.
- Kentucky Respiratory Care Practitioner credential, upon hire.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential, upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (CPR), within 14 days.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 90 days.
Nice To Haves
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification, preferred within 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Plan and administer non-medicated aerosol and humidity therapy.
- Plan and administer oxygen therapy, including implementing oxygen therapy protocols where appropriate.
- Plan and administer aerosolized medication and specialty gas therapy.
- Plan and administer the COPD care program.
- Perform airway management.
- Perform electrocardiography studies.
- Plan and administer incentive spirometry.
- Clean and reprocess respiratory therapy equipment and stock supplies for immediate use.
- Plan and administer bronchial hygiene and perform chest physiotherapy, including implementing bronchial hygiene protocols where appropriate.
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and manual ventilation during resuscitation attempts.
- Assist with rapid response calls when appropriate.
- Assess patient needs, develop and execute care plans, and intervene in routine and emergent situations.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $25,000 for eligible hires.
- Educational assistance (student loan payback) up to $24,000 for eligible hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
