What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Respiratory Therapist position at Sleep Health Solutions?
This position is for a PRN respiratory therapist. Lodi Hospital is a critical access facility due to its rural location and population demographics. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and require minimal supervision as there is one respiratory therapist on staff at a time and is supported by the nursing department.
This is an optimal position for someone who wants to maintain critical care skills, but with a reduced patient volume compared to a metropolitan hospital / health system. With reduced patient volumes comes decreased exposure to possible pathogens and infections.
Provides invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under general supervision.
Under the supervision of a physician will evaluate cardiopulmonary function, treat cardiopulmonary impairment, assess treatment effectiveness and care for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system using professional judgment. Provides patient care to a range of patients.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must be registered by the National Board on Respiratory Care or certified if you are within six months of graduation from a Registry Program. Must attain RRT within 90 days of graduation or hire date.
Must hold and maintain an active license to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Ohio.
Must maintain Healthcare Provider status in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or its affiliate. ALS & PALS encouraged and company will provide training to attain.
Must have thorough understanding of all drugs used in all respiratory care procedures.
Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
Clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist in such areas as emergency airway management, extubation, tracheotomies, naso- and oro-pharyngeal airways preferred. Competency in the operation of ventilators, as well as patient assessment, arterial punctures, etc. Clinical experience in a variety of intensive care units, emergency and/or specialty areas preferred.
EDUCATION:
Vocational/Technical Degree
Specialty/Major: Respiratory Therapy
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Completion of Respiratory Therapy program as approved by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.
Must hold an active license to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Ohio.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
minimum 24; Two (2) night shifts per week and every other weekend day shift.
Work Shift:
Days & Nights
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $ $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Respiratory Therapist: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- respiratory therapy (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $64,000 - $96,000