Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist (Acute Care)

MedStar Health; Lothian (MD); Presencial; USD 59.000 - 84.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care to all patient populations under physician orders, following established standards and protocols.

The role is PRN with 4 shifts every 6 weeks, night hours 7PM-7AM. You will perform therapies, monitor equipment, interpret tests, document assessments, respond to emergencies, and support department safety and workflow improvements.

Formación

• Working knowledge of human respiratory anatomy, physiology and pathology as related to respiratory care.
• Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting.
• Ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action.
• Ability to remain calm and function under stressful conditions.
• Must work well as a team member; must be articulate and communicate well with all types of people.

Responsabilidades

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders following established standards and protocols.
• Perform all respiratory therapy treatments and monitor equipment.
• Document patient assessments and educational needs.
• Respond to CPR and airway management and provide ventilation as needed.
• Review electronic medical records and physician orders; support workflow improvements.

Conocimientos

Respiratory knowledge

Equipment operation

Hazard assessment

Teamwork

Communication

Educación

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field

Descripción del empleo

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care to all patient populations under physician orders, following established standards and protocols.

The role is PRN with 4 shifts every 6 weeks, night hours 7PM-7AM. You will perform therapies, monitor equipment, interpret tests, document assessments, respond to emergencies, and support department safety and workflow improvements.