Respiratory Therapist-Per Diem

Care New England Health System; Warwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health system in the UK is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care and support for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Candidates must have an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant credentials. Responsibilities include performing therapy treatments, managing ventilators, and training staff. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of related experience preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments.
• Assist with arterial blood gas analysis.
• Provide emergency respiratory care.
• Train and oversee employees and students.

Skills

Respiratory therapy treatments

Patient education

Ventilator management

Emergency care

Team training

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist

RI Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Job description

Primary Function

Responsible for providing respiratory care and assisting with the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform respiratory therapy treatments according to physician orders, including aerosol medication delivery, lung expansion and airway clearance modalities, maintenance of natural and artificial airways, care planning, and patient education.
2. Obtain arterial blood from radial artery for blood gas analysis, interpret results, and recommend appropriate treatment to the physician.
3. Provide ventilator management, including initiation, maintenance, monitoring, assessment, participation in rounds, and liberation. Perform nasal, oral, and pharyngeal suctioning.
4. Provide rapid response assessment and emergency care, including airway management, CPR, trauma care, manual and mechanical ventilatory support, and oxygenation support.
5. Support and monitor patient transport within the hospital and to other facilities using portable ventilators, manual resuscitators, oxygen delivery systems, and monitors.
6. Set up and administer oxygen using various devices.
7. Perform charges, record keeping, equipment changes, and reprocessing as required.
8. Document therapy provided, medication administered, and patient responses in the medical record.
9. Ensure safe patient handoffs by providing pertinent information to incoming staff.
10. Provide patient and family education to promote self-care and care transitions.
11. Train employees and students in daily procedures. May oversee and prioritize care in the absence of a supervisor.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications:

An Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy and NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist credential are required; Registered Respiratory Therapist credential is preferred. RI Respiratory Care Practitioner license is required. A minimum of six months of related experience or equivalent is preferred.

About Care New England Health System:

Care New England and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—are trusted organizations advancing medical research, attracting top specialists, and providing innovative health programs.

Additional Statements:

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Applicants and employees who become disabled must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without accommodations, as determined by the organization.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to adhere to the organization's ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.