Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Oklahoma State University•Tulsa, OK

50d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist reports to the shift supervisor/manager. Capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness. The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications, and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient. Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital. Analyzes and advises on arterial blood gas results. In-services patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients. May assist in the ordering of department supplies. Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary. Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regards to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures. May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor. Takes an active part in attending departmental in-service/education programs. Participates in Quality Assurance programs, and participates in department and/or OSUMC committees.

Requirements

Valid RT Oklahoma License
BLS required

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree
0 - 1 year of experience

Responsibilities

Setting up and operating various types of equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease/illness.
Administering respiratory specific gases and medications, and modes of therapy for respiratory compromised patients.
Responding to emergencies throughout the hospital.
Analyzing and advising on arterial blood gas results.
In-servicing patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment.
Assisting in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
Assisting in the ordering of department supplies.
Taking and recording verbal and telephone orders from physicians.
Acting as a resource person to various hospital staff regarding respiratory procedures.
Assuming a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor.
Attending departmental in-service/education programs.
Participating in Quality Assurance programs.
Participating in department and/or OSUMC committees.