Respiratory Therapist Overnights

About the position

The Respiratory Therapist III provides routine, emergent and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Takes responsibility as Lead Therapist covering in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a Lead Therapist. Adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policy and procedure.
• Ensures the effectiveness of therapist assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress.
• Recommends change in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within the confines of established protocols.
• Monitors, instructs and coaches patient before, during and after treatment delivery.
• Prevents and/or resolves untoward side effects.
• Adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria.
• Makes and/or recommends changes based on pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, lab work and other data relevant to optimal patient progress.
• Serves as resource to staff.
• Trains and instructs cardiopulmonary and other staff.
• Helps to supervise student preceptorship program.
• May serve as BLS, ACLS, PALS and/or NRP instructor.
• Maintains a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development and high morale.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum 3 years of hospital experience as RRT or >8 years of experience as CRT and at least 1 year of critical care.
• Must be a graduate of an approved respiratory care program; Associates degree or equivalent is required.
• Must be registered (RRT)

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program* (For eligible positions)
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Sign On Bonus up to $10,000
• Relocation Bonus $3,000
• Referral Bonus $2,500