Respiratory Therapist - Certified 1 (U)

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami Health System at UHealth Tower is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform cardiopulmonary tests, operate ventilators, and manage therapy plans for patients. You will read prescriptions, monitor responses, educate patients and families, and ensure equipment is safe and reliable.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, certification in the specialty, and at least 1 year of experience. Able to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required and certification in respiratory therapy or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred for respiratory therapy roles.
• Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure with attention to detail.
• Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests such as electrocardiograms, stress tests, and spirometry to evaluate function.
• Set up and operate ventilators and respiratory devices safely.
• Read prescriptions and monitor arterial blood gases to assess patient condition.
• Explain procedures to patients to gain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
• Educate patients and families about disease management and therapies.
• Maintain charts with patient identification and therapy data.
• Inspects and maintains respiratory equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Determine therapy type, duration, and medication/dosage requirements.
• Adhere to University policies and safeguard university assets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Working evenings/nights/weekends

Discretion with confidential info

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification in relevant specialty

Job description

Work Location: UHealth Tower

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts tests, such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
• Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and instructs patients on how to perform breathing exercises.
• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
• Reads prescriptions, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient's condition.
• Determines requirements for treatment such as type, method, and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medications and dosages.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
• Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques.
• Monitors patients' physiological responses to therapy.
• Maintains charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
• Inspects, cleans, tests, and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification and Licensing: Certification in relevant specialty or field
• Experience: Minimum 1 year experience (Preferred)
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job .

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff