Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift with $15K Sign-On

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Paid time off and sick leave

Medical, Rx, vision, dental, and EAP

Company-matching 401(k) retirement

Team of 44,000 committed to patient

Job summary

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Bridgeton, MO seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time day shift (11 a.m.–11:30 p.m.). Compensation ranges from $27.12 to $36.50 per hour with a $15,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities include assessments, patient education, ventilatory support, and procedures per physician orders within an inpatient rehab setting. Minimum requirements include BLS, active state licensure, and ACLS within 6 months.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans.
• Explain purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to patients and provide education upon discharge to home.
• Conduct physician-prescribed treatments using ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform chest physiotherapy to promote secretion clearance and monitor results.
• Review chest x-rays and determine need for further evaluation.
• Perform 12-lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conduct pulmonary function studies per policy.
• Assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy and tracheostomy where applicable.
• Drainage of chest via catheter where applicable.
• Provide tracheostomy care and manage airway devices.
• Record treatment data and patient responses in charts.
• Communicate with attending physicians regarding therapy efficiency.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS within 6 months of hire

State licensure

Education

Current state licensure

ACLS within 6 months of hire

Job description

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Bridgeton, MO seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time day shift (11 a.m.–11:30 p.m.). Compensation ranges from $27.12 to $36.50 per hour with a $15,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities include assessments, patient education, ventilatory support, and procedures per physician orders within an inpatient rehab setting. Minimum requirements include BLS, active state licensure, and ACLS within 6 months.