Respiratory Therapist- Per Diem

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

1d•$32 - $48

About The Position

Beloit Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for its Respiratory Department. The position supports and manages patients who require respiratory therapy by assessing, planning, evaluating, educating, and delivering quality care in a safe and cost-effective manner. The therapist manages patients on life-support equipment and initiates, modifies, and adjusts mechanical respirators to meet patient needs. The role also functions in at least one specialty area, such as pulmonary function, rehabilitation, discharge planning, clinical instruction, industrial screening, supervision, or bronchoscopy assistance. The therapist participates in emergency response teams and alerts, collects and analyzes arterial blood gases, maintains and troubleshoots clinical equipment, documents care and charges in the EMR, and supports quality management and department operations. The role requires flexibility to work extra hours, during staffing shortages, or on shifts other than those scheduled. This is a per-diem position with varied shifts, scheduled in 12-hour shifts; the position is not eligible for benefits.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapist program.
Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Therapist (CRT); obtain RRT credentials within 12 months of hire.
Licensed by the State of Wisconsin to practice Respiratory Therapy.
Complete at least 14 continuing education credits annually.
Ability to interpret test results and make appropriate therapy recommendations.
Ability to establish priorities and respond in emergency situations.
Good listening and communication skills.
Training, knowledge, and skills to perform evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care for one or more of these age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric.
CPR certification.
NRP certification; new hires must obtain it within 12 months of hire.
Adhere to established hospital and Pulmonary Care department policies, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions needed to establish a safe working environment.
Maturity and ethics consistent with the practice of respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, evaluate, educate, and deliver respiratory therapy to patients in a safe and cost-effective manner.
Manage patients on life-support equipment and initiate, modify, and adjust mechanical respirators to meet patient needs.
Function in at least one specialty area: pulmonary function, rehabilitation, discharge planning, clinical instruction, industrial screening, supervision, or bronchoscopy assistance.
Maintain knowledge of trends and developments in respiratory therapy and complete one special project annually.
Attend and participate in unit meetings and hospital committees as assigned.
Participate as a member of Medical Emergency Alert, Rapid Response Teams, Stroke Alerts, Red C-Sections, and Trauma Alerts.
Collect and analyze arterial blood gases.
Maintain and troubleshoot clinical equipment; perform routine instrument checks, quality controls, and preventative maintenance.
Document patient therapy, testing, and charges accurately in the EMR.
Maintain department cleanliness and organize and stock supplies as needed.
Follow infection control policies and participate in at least one Quality Management project per year.
Maintain patient assessment skills and participate actively in patient care decisions with physicians.
Serve as a resource for physician and nursing staff.
Work extra hours or shifts as needed during staffing shortages or until the workload is complete.
Use computer software applications appropriate to the position accurately and efficiently.
Respect the dignity of patients, visitors, and fellow employees and help ensure high-quality, cost-conscious care and patient satisfaction.
Maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality of patients' personal and medical information.