What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Prime Healthcare?
Overview
Shift Available: Variable
Employment Type: per diem/PRN
Hours: 12-hour shift: 7a - 7p or 7p - 7a
Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL
We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT), Certified (CRT) or Registered (RRT) , internally referred to as a Respiratory Care Provider (RCP) for our Respiratory Care team. As a CRT/RRT you will work under the direction and authorization of the Medical Director and Cardiopulmonary Director/Manager.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
- Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
- Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
- May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations
- Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
- Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety
Qualifications
- Alabama state Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and/or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from NBRC
- BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
- ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
- PALS certificate upon hire and maintain current, or obtained within 60 days of hire
- High School Diploma
- Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, preferred
- NRP certificate, preferred
- 2 years experience as an RCP, preferred
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
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Employment Status
Per DiemShift
VariableEqual Employment Opportunity
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