SR RESPIRATORY THERAPIST [POOL]- Temple University Hospital

Temple Health • Philadelphia, PA

3h

About The Position

The Senior Respiratory Therapist provides administrative support, including conducting formal education, and serves as a resource for clinical issues as needed. The role performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and supports achievement of therapeutic goals in the care of patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. The therapist consults with physicians and other healthcare team members to determine treatment procedures and schedules, and participates in in-service education, infection control, and performance improvement programs.

Requirements

• Successfully complete the education requirements for qualification as a Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At least 1 year of experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting, including routine and critical care.
• At least 1 year of experience with non-conven [description is truncated].

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal education and provide administrative support.
• Serve as a resource for clinical issues when needed.
• Perform prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.
• Help achieve therapeutic goals in patient care.
• Consult with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and schedules.
• Participate in in-service education, infection control, and performance improvement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed