Registered Respiratory Therapist II-2

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist II at Medical University of South Carolina provides a range of respiratory therapy modalities for cardio-pulmonary dysfunction, including ventilation, treatments, and oxygen therapy. The role emphasizes extensive patient assessment and strong performance in emergencies.

Requirements include an NRBC-approved RT program graduate, an associate degree in Respiratory Care, 1 year of acute respiratory therapy experience, and NBRC-registered RRT plus SC license; BLS is

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NRBC approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Associate degree in Respiratory Care from a CoARC accredited program required.
• Minimum 1 year of acute respiratory therapy experience required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC and SC Licensure.
• Current BLS; ACLS, PALS, NRP may be required; AARC membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary disorders.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens for gas levels.
• Measures lung capacity to assess function.
• Administers physician-prescribed respiratory treatments.
• Oversees respiratory care treatments and staff.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Critical care

Patient assessment

Emergency response

RRT consideration

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

NRBC approved RT program

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Respiratory Therapist II reports to the Therapy Manager. The Respiratory Therapist II provides a variety of respiratory therapy modalities to patients with cardio-pulmonary dysfunction, including but not limited to mechanical ventilation, respiratory treatments, and oxygen and specialty gases. The Therapist II possesses extensive patient assessment skills and performs at a high level in emergency situations.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000648 CHS - Pulmonary Function Testing Lab (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 16

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: Graduate of an NRBC approved Respiratory Therapy program. Associate degree in Respiratory Care from a CoARC accredited program required. Experience: A minimum of 1 year of acute respiratory therapy experience required. Licensure/Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), South Carolina Respiratory Care License. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. ACLS required (Adult), PALS and NRP required (Pediatrics), AARC membership preferred.

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