Respiratory Therapist, AHS, Contract/Agency

Advocate Health Services • Atchison, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a Contracted Respiratory Therapist (RT) via AHS Staffing Agency. Flexible contractor positions from 8-24 weeks with very competitive rates. Day Shift 6:30a-6:30p with NO CALL! Position Summary Assists in the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Performs all respiratory therapy procedures and cardiac diagnostic procedures throughout the hospital.

Requirements

• 2 year/Associate Degree
• Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and licensed by the State of Kansas as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• BLS
• ACLS
• NRP
• PALS
• Less than one year experience
• Organizational skills
• Verbal skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Customer Relations skills
• Mathematical skills
• Analytical skills
• Grammar/Spelling skills
• Read/Comprehend written instructions
• Follow verbal instructions
• General working knowledge of computers
• Ability to learn Meditech
• Ability to learn Holter and PFT systems
• Ability to work with all Cardio-Pulmonary equipment
• Manage stress appropriately
• Make decisions under pressure
• Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
• Handle multiple priorities
• Work alone
• Work in areas that are confined and/or crowded
• Gloves
• Gown
• Lead Apron
• Mask
• Goggles/Face Shield

Responsibilities

• Assists in the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases.
• Measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function.
• Performs all respiratory therapy procedures and cardiac diagnostic procedures throughout the hospital.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree