What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist FT Nights Seattle, WA position at Kindred Hospital Seattle - First Hill?
Description
$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS
New Pay Rates: $38.50/hr - 46.93/hr. / 401k / FT Benefits
ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.
As our most acute level of care, our specialty hospitals offer the same critical care patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Our clinicians play a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct physician-prescribed treatments such as oxygen therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, medicinal nebulizer therapy, ventilator care, diagnostic testing and assessment/evaluation
- Perform arterial punctures, operate blood gas analyzers, measure/determine the acid base balance efficiency of ventilation and metabolism of the respiratory system; ensure adequate ventilation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Record treatment and patients’ responses in respiratory care records and patient charts
- Report necessary treatments and condition of patients to relief personnel
- Report adverse treatment/drug reactions to physician, nurse and/or pharmacy, documenting all information
- Perform diagnostic procedures: e.g. 12-lead ECGS, metabolics and pulmonary monitoring
- Process respiratory therapy equipment, cleaning, sterilizing and packing as needed
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Respiratory Care Practioner
Practioner of Respiratory Care
Practioner of Resp Care
Qualifications
Current State Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist and current BCLS are required.