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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST/ PRN - INPATIENT REHAB

West Gables Rehabilitation Hospital
Miami, FL, United States
$35 an hour
Full-time

Overview :

West Gables Rehabilitation Hospital

A joint venture with Select Medical*

Location : Miami, FL

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN / Per Diem / As Needed

Day Shift

Pay : $35.00 per hour

Responsibilities : Position Summary

Position Summary

Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services.

Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic / advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.

Job Duties Include :

  • Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
  • Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.
  • Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.
  • Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes.
  • Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH / electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must possess Active credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent
  • BLS certification required
  • Current state Licensure required
  • ACLS required upon hire

Preferred Experience

1 year of related experience preferred

Additional Data :

Overview of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals

Select Medicals Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with :

  • Brain Injury
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Stroke
  • Amputation
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Multiple Traumas

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law .

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