Night Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric Care

Prisma; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Richland Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform critical care and general respiratory care per physician orders and policies. The role requires initiating, monitoring, and managing invasive and non-invasive ventilation, airway management, and blood gas analysis.

You will educate patients and families and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality care. Night shift availability and adherence to infection control are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• No experience defined.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapy procedures per physician order and policy.
• Initiates and manages invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Inserts airways and manages related equipment.
• Obtains blood gases and analyzes results.
• Documents and bills for respiratory procedures; educates patients and families.
• Communicates with healthcare team; provides thorough reports.
• Follows infection control measures and cleans equipment between patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Age-specific patient care

Education

Associate degree

Diploma / equivalent experience

Job description

Prisma Health in Richland Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform critical care and general respiratory care per physician orders and policies. The role requires initiating, monitoring, and managing invasive and non-invasive ventilation, airway management, and blood gas analysis.

You will educate patients and families and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality care. Night shift availability and adherence to infection control are essential.