REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST I (Adult, Ashley River Tower)

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to assist in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with pulmonary disorders. The role involves collecting and analyzing sputum, blood, and breath specimens and measuring lung capacity to assess function.

This hourly shift includes nights with a 36-hour work week and oversight of respiratory therapy technicians.

Qualifications

• Education: AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by NBRC; licensed by SC Board of Medical Examiners.
• Work Experience: 10-12 years of professional experience in lieu of registration.

Responsabilités

• Assists in diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine gas levels.
• Oversees respiratory care treatments and supervision of respiratory therapy technicians.

Connaissances

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Critical Care

Formation

AAS in Respiratory Care

Description du poste

Job Description Summary

Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Weekends/ holidays/emergency team as required

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000710 CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Adult (ART)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Job Description

Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Weekends/ holidays/emergency team as required

Additional Job Description

• Education: AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensed by the Board of Medical Examiners of S.C. 10-12 years of professional experience in lieu of Registration
• Work Experience:0-2 yearsCurrent American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

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