Registered Respiratory Therapist I: Start in Pulmonary Care

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to support the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders on an on-site basis.

The role involves collecting sputum, blood, and breath specimens, measuring lung capacity, and administering physician-prescribed therapies, while supervising respiratory therapy technicians. AAS in Respiratory Care, NBRC RRT, state licensure, and BLS are required together with 2+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• AAS in Respiratory Care from AMA approved school.
• RRT credential by NBRC and SC licensure required.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience; BLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Assist in diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary patients.
• Collect and analyze sputum, blood, and breath specimens.
• Measure lung capacity to assess impairment.
• Oversee respiratory therapy technicians.

Connaissances

Respiratory care

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Formation

AAS in Respiratory Care

NBRC RRT credential

SC Licensure as Respiratory Therapist

Outils

Clinical equipment familiarity

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.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000708 CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Pediatric (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

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.

Additional Job Description

Education: AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Licensure/Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensed by the Board of Medical Examiners of S.C.

Work Experience: > or =2 years
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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