Description
Job Title : Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
N umber of positions : 1
Years of experience : One to three years
Shift : Night shifts 36 hours
Duration : 13 weeks
Start Date : ASAP
Summary
Department : Respiratory Services
Shift Timings : 19 : 00 - 07 : 30 Monday to Friday (3 Days / 12 Hours)
Per Week : 36 Hours.
Responsibilities
Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.
Qualifications
BLS and ACLS
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
The ability to stand for extended periods.
Strong technical skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology
Passionate about patient care
Requires a minimum of two years of current Registered Respiratory Therapist experience.
Graduate from a fully accredited Respiratory Therapist program
Active unencumbered Massachusetts state license
One year of Cerner FirstNet experience
Requirements
COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.
SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :
Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
Effective interpersonal / communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.
FT-20C1B032
Full-time position
40 hrs / wk
Springfield, Massachusetts, United States / Onsite
Onsite
Entry (0-2 yrs)
English