Respiratory Therapist-PRN
Job Description NEW INCREASED RATES As a Respiratory Therapist, at Merit Health River Region, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best-providing quality care to our patients!About the Job:
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regimes prescribed by physicians.
Full Time position (12 hrshifts)Duties include:
The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of Respiratory Care proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to Respiratory Care treatments and diagnostic testing.
The Respiratory Therapist will recommend and initiate appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities, implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician.
The Respiratory Therapist must have the ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures.
Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care deliver to achieve desired outcomes.
Requirements:
An Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program is requiredOne year of acute Respiratory Therapy Services is preferred.
A credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
A Respiratory Therapist License issued by the state of Mississippi.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are a requirement(NRP and PALS within 90 days of hire.
) Experience in Ventilators, High Flow O2 and BiPaps is a must.
Cerner charting experience is a plus.
Must possess a positive attitude and good time management skills.
About Merit Health River Region:
We know it's not just about finding a jobIt's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfillingA place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Merit Health River Region is a 361-bed facilityOur dedicated patient care team consists of trained medical professionals working together to provide patient-centered care in a professional and personal environmentWe work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
Apply Today!! Recommended Skills Administration Basic Life Support Health Care Medical Emergency Neonatal Resuscitation Programs Pediatric Advanced Life Support Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regimes prescribed by physicians.
Full Time position (12 hrshifts)Duties include:
The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of Respiratory Care proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to Respiratory Care treatments and diagnostic testing.
The Respiratory Therapist will recommend and initiate appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities, implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician.
The Respiratory Therapist must have the ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures.
Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care deliver to achieve desired outcomes.
Requirements:
An Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program is requiredOne year of acute Respiratory Therapy Services is preferred.
A credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
A Respiratory Therapist License issued by the state of Mississippi.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are a requirement(NRP and PALS within 90 days of hire.
) Experience in Ventilators, High Flow O2 and BiPaps is a must.
Cerner charting experience is a plus.
Must possess a positive attitude and good time management skills.
About Merit Health River Region:
We know it's not just about finding a jobIt's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfillingA place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Merit Health River Region is a 361-bed facilityOur dedicated patient care team consists of trained medical professionals working together to provide patient-centered care in a professional and personal environmentWe work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
Apply Today!! Recommended Skills Administration Basic Life Support Health Care Medical Emergency Neonatal Resuscitation Programs Pediatric Advanced Life Support Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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