Respiratory Therapist Per Diem $10K Sign On Bonus

Trinity Health•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist works in an acute-care hospital setting, applying critical thinking and knowledge of adult respiratory diseases, respiratory therapy treatments, and adult mechanical ventilation principles and guidelines. The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide proactive respiratory interventions and excellent patient care under the direction of a licensed clinical professional. Respiratory Therapists help patients experiencing breathing difficulties by assessing their condition, performing diagnostic and pulmonary function tests, and working with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans. This is a per diem, part-time position without benefits.

Requirements

Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy Program; an accredited Respiratory Care program is required.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Current State of Florida license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the Department of Health.
Active NBRC certificate; the posting also specifies RRT registration as preferred and allows a CRT who is RRT-eligible.
BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
At least one year of hospital experience is required.
Knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes, respiratory therapy treatment applications, and adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines.
Willingness to work flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in all aspects of respiratory care.
Competency in blood gas laboratory, maintenance, pulmonary function testing, and bronchoscopy assistance.
NBRC registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide floor-care respiratory therapies and administer oxygen according to policy and procedure.
Perform respiratory therapies and oxygen administration in an acute-care setting.
Perform or assist with endotracheal intubation when indicated and do so safely.
Perform endotracheal extubation when indicated and do so safely.
Maintain clinical competency in adult mechanical ventilation in critical-care units.
Perform arterial blood gas draws safely and effectively from radial, brachial, and femoral arteries.
Meet with and examine patients with pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications.
Conduct, perform, and analyze diagnostic and pulmonary function tests to assess lung capacity and capability.
Work with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate proactive respiratory interventions.