Local Contract - Respiratory Therapist

Healthcare Staffing Plus; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare staffing firm is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a night shift role. This position involves assessing patients, developing care plans, and providing advanced respiratory care. You will work closely with patients and families, ensuring the highest standards of care and support. The ideal candidate is passionate about patient care, with strong technical skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact patient outcomes and community health.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of two years of Respiratory Therapist experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop patient care plans based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care and equipment.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Advanced Respiratory Care

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Graduate from accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Active Respiratory Therapy Pennsylvania state license

Job description

Compensation : $45.86 - $45.86 Hourly
Client Job Ref ID : 11047|PH-HHC-77253
Start Date : 08/14/2023
End Date : 08/19/2023

• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Shift Timings: Night Shift 19:00-07:30 Hours.

Roles & 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

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Certified Principal Investigator (CPI) Certification
• 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 Respiratory Therapist experience.
• Graduate from a fully accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Active unencumbered Respiratory Therapy Pennsylvania state license

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.

Compensation : $45.86 - $45.86 Hourly
Client Job Ref ID : 11047|PH-HHC-77253
Start Date : 08/14/2023
End Date : 08/19/2023

• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Shift Timings: Night Shift 19:00-07:30 Hours.

Roles & 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

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Certified Principal Investigator (CPI) Certification
• 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 Respiratory Therapist experience.
• Graduate from a fully accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Active unencumbered Respiratory Therapy Pennsylvania state license

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.