Respiratory Therapist

Shriners Children's•St. Louis, MO

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children’s St. Louis has an opportunity for a PRN Respiratory Therapist. In this role, you get the opportunity to participate in daily planning via patient rounds. You'll work as part of the interdisciplinary team for the plan of care for our patients. You'll be able to increase your knowledge in orthopedic care to improve outcomes for our amazing patients and families. Our Respiratory Therapists have the opportunity for academic growth through participation in research projects.

Requirements

Associate Degree - Respiratory Therapy
RT license in state of practice
Certified Respiratory Therapist

Nice To Haves

2 Years Respiratory Therapy experience in an ICU setting
2 Year Pediatric experience
Registered Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

Provides primary respiratory care to patients from admission through their discharge under a physician's order
Communicates verbal and/or written patient and departmental information/special needs to pertinent persons in a timely and appropriate manner (i.e. rounds)
Documents accurate, specific, complete patient care data according to policy and procedure guidelines
Assures safe, cost effective operation and function of pertinent equipment and utilizes appropriate infection control techniques in all areas
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

medical coverage on their first day
403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service
paid time off
life insurance
short term and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected
tuition reimbursement
home & auto
hospitalization
critical illness
pet insurance