About the position
The Respiratory Therapist works in accordance with evidenced based policies and procedures of the Medical Center with all patient populations. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the prescribing physician that is appropriate to all the ages of the patients served. In accordance with established policies and procedures, administers medical gases, medications, airway clearance, mechanical ventilation, other respiratory modalities, monitor levels of supplies and equipment for department and patient care areas. Applies theoretical knowledge to care of neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating competence in respiratory skills, problem solving, and critical thinking that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the prescribing physician.
- Administer medical gases, medications, airway clearance, mechanical ventilation, and other respiratory modalities.
- Monitor levels of supplies and equipment for department and patient care areas.
- Demonstrate competence in respiratory skills, problem solving, and critical thinking.
Requirements
- Successful completion of respiratory therapy program from an accredited school.
- Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
- Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
- Current National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002.
- Basic electronic medical record documentation skills.
Nice-to-haves
- BLS certification preferred for MSS.
Benefits
- Eligible for a $15,000 Sign On Bonus.
- 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time available for use beginning day 1 for candidates with 5+ years of direct experience.
- Generous time-off benefits.
