(Archived) Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT)

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $1250.00 - 1600.00

Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.Essential Functionso Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.o Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.o Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.o Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.o Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.o Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.o Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.o Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.o Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.o Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements.o Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.o Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.Skills: Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions. Machines, Tools, and Equipment Ventilators. BiPAP/CPAP equipment, Oxygen/Aerosol equipment and delivery systems.Flowmeters. Mist tents. Nebulizers and humidifiers. Chest percussors/mucous clearance device/ABI Vest. Resuscitation equipment. Monitors. Blood Gas Analyzers. Other medical supplies and equipment. Needle and syringes. Computer terminal. Calculator.

Required Qualifications
ACLS - AHA
BLS - AHA
RCP License (Respiratory Care Practitioner) Registered Respiratory Therapist
CRITICAL CARE, ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORDS, FLOWMETERS, LIGHTING, MEDICAL RECORDS
THERAPY, PATIENT CARE, PATIENT EDUCATION, SAMPLING, THERAPEUTIC. May work with COVID patients. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions. Machines, Tools, and Equipment Ventilators. BiPAP/CPAP equipment, Oxygen/Aerosol equipment and delivery systems.
Flowmeters. Mist tents. Nebulizers and humidifiers. Chest percussors/mucous clearance device/ABI Vest. Resuscitation equipment. Monitors. Blood Gas Analyzers. Other medical supplies and equipment. Needle and syringes. Computer terminal. Calculator.


Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Free Private Housing
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!