Resp Therapist RRT - Part-Time

Respiratory Therapist - RRT Part-Time, Days Every other Saturday and Sunday and one day a week 12-hr shifts

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Sign On Bonus: $12,500
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $5,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, following physician prescriptions. This includes performing assessments, monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

• Essential Functions
• Administers respiratory therapies, such as oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and ventilator management, ensuring proper patient response and safety.
• Conducts patient assessments, correlating care with patient needs, and monitors responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.
• Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.
• Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.
• Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
• Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making based on patient assessments, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
• Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
• Displays skill and sound judgment during crisis situations, managing respiratory emergencies and interventions effectively.