Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Profession: Respiratory Therapy
Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 12H Nights
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: 2 years
License: Required
Certifications:
BLS (AHA)
ACLS (AHA)
PALS (AHA)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) via NBRC
Must-Have:
Must be comfortable working with all age ranges, including adults, pediatrics, NICU, and emergency department patients.
Must have the ability to float between all specialties, including ICU, MICU, medical-surgical telemetry, and ER.
Must be experienced with performing ABGs and managing respiratory equipment.
Must be able to assist with intubation and handle a variety of respiratory treatments.
Description:
The candidate will provide respiratory therapy services across multiple departments.
The position involves treating a diverse patient population, including NICU, MICU, pediatrics, and adults.
The therapist will perform between 25 to 28 treatments per shift.
Floating to cover various specialties is required.
A manager and supervisor will be available for support and resource assistance.
The traveler may work as part of a reduced staff during night shifts.
Shifts will be self-scheduled, with flexibility needed for various assignments.
Weekend and holiday shifts may be required.
The department uses various respiratory equipment, including Drager and Hamilton ventilators.
The candidate must be prepared to float to other hospitals within a certain radius.
The dress code is clean and professional attire.