Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Regional One Health Extended Care Hospital

(LTAC) is currently seeking a PRN

Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
JOB SUMMARY:


Provides respiratory care therapy and treatments to patients, with emphasis in critical care or specialty areas, with deficiencies of the cardio-pulmonary system as ordered in accordance with established standards and practices.
REQUIREMENTS:


Graduate of an approved AMA Respiratory Therapy program.
Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates.
Exhibits knowledge of respiratory care as skills and maintain clinical competency to administer therapeutic gases, aerosol treatments and EKGs as directed.
Demonstrates skill in the use of applicable equipment; mature judgment and initiative required; shows professional interest through self-development, continuing education, and involvement in professional organizations; presents a positive attitude and professional appearance.
Ability to give and follow written and oral instructions; ability to communicate effectively with others; ability to react and perform under stress in emergency situations; ability to effectively record and reflect observations; ability to exercise analytical judgment on work to be done.