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Registered Respiratory Therapist [Per Diem]

Rochester Regional Health

#Patient Assessment #Healthcare #Night Shift #Acute Care #Respiratory Therapy #Clinical Documentation #Registered Respiratory Therapist #Unity Hospital

Quick overview

The therapist is responsible for evaluating patient history and vital signs to advise providers on appropriate respiratory care procedures. They must initiate and update care plans while documenting clinical parameters and providing patient education.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold an Associate degree and be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist or Technician by the New York State Education Department. Recent acute care experience and strong communication skills are preferred.

associate degreeprofessional certificateCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsPatient CarePatient EducationVital Signs MonitoringAcute CareClinical AssessmentRespiratory Care Planning

Job description

SUMMARY As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, your knowledge, strong attention to detail, compassion, and analytical capabilities ensure meaningful, personalized care for each respiratory patient.
STATUS: Per Diem LOCATION: Unity Hospital DEPARTMENT: Respiratory Therapy SCHEDULE: Night shift 12-hr. shifts 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.
ATTRIBUTES Recent acute care experience preferred Excellent communication skills Exceptional customer service RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care.
Review and evaluate history, physical exams, current vital signs, admission, and current respiratory care orders for each patient; advise providers on appropriate respiratory care procedures and techniques Planning & Documentation.
Initiate and update respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure; work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to implement the plan of care; monitor and document all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients; modify treatment techniques based on patient response Education & Communication.
Provide and document patient education for therapeutic procedures performed; communicate information regarding the patient's clinical status to appropriate members of the healthcare team; participate in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students, and other allied health professionals EDUCATION: AS LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: RT - Respiratory Therapist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED), RTT - Respiratory Therapy Technician - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE: $44.50 - $44.50 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14626 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant.
It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components.
Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St.
Lawrence County, and beyond.
The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials.
It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.

Registered Respiratory Therapist [Per Diem]

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