Respiratory Therapist I - Per Diem - Nights - MRH

Memorial Healthcare

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. 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.

Requirements

• Accredited Program: Respiratory Therapy (Required)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (TT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• 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.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• RT or TT required

Nice To Haves

• National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential is preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric areas
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for Adult areas

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
• We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers).
• If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email [email protected]

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree