Select Specialty Hospital - Des Moines·Des Moines, Iowa
The Respiratory Therapist evaluates patients and recommends appropriate treatment plans for those with critical and complex medical conditions. They also perform procedures such as endotracheal tube insertion and removal while providing education to patients and their families.
Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan. Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions. Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes. Promoting continuous quality improvement. Teaching and counseling patients/families. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent. Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED. Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Current state licensure is required. ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)
One (1) year of related experience is preferred. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must possess an active CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC and current state licensure. Additionally, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required by the start date, and ACLS certification is mandatory upon hire.
Market context
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