Respiratory Therapist (In House Traveler)

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to support diagnosis and treatment of respiratory illnesses and emergencies. You will administer gases, medications and therapy modes while collaborating with nurses, physicians, residents and students.

The role requires an Oklahoma RRT license and BLS certification, with a 13-week assignment operating on a 36-hour work week and occasional weekend/holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy is preferred.
• RT Oklahoma License
• BLS certification
• 1 year minimum experience preferred
• 13 week assignment and 36 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory equipment for diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer respiratory gases and medications and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient.
• Respond to emergencies throughout the hospital and analyze arterial blood gas results.
• Initiate and discontinue Holter monitoring as needed.
• In-service patients and families on home respiratory equipment usage.
• Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients.
• Take verbal/telephone orders from physicians as necessary.
• Act as a resource to nurses, physicians, residents, interns and staff on respiratory procedures.
• May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor and assist in ordering supplies.
• Participate in department education programs and QA activities.

Education

Associate Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist reports to the shift supervisor/manager. Capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness. The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient. Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital, performs Holter monitor initiation and discontinuance, and analyzes and advises on arterial blood gas results. In-service patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients. Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary. Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regards to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures. May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor and assist in the ordering of department supplies. The therapist takes an active part in attending departmental in-service/education programs, participates in Quality Assurance programs, and participates in department and/or OSUMC committees. Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job Description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist reports to the shift supervisor/manager. Capable of setting up and operating various types of equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and or illness. The therapist provides administration of respiratory specific gases and medications and modes of therapy for the respiratory compromised patient. Responds to emergencies throughout the hospital, performs Holter monitor initiation and discontinuance, and analyzes and advises on arterial blood gas results. In-service patients and families on the use of Respiratory equipment in the home environment. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients. Takes and records verbal and telephone orders from physicians as necessary. Acts as a resource person to nurses, physicians, residents, interns, respiratory staff, students and other hospital staff in regards to initiation and operation of all respiratory procedures. May assume a Charge role in the absence of the Respiratory Supervisor and assist in the ordering of department supplies. The therapist takes an active part in attending departmental in-service/education programs, participates in Quality Assurance programs, and participates in department and/or OSUMC committees. Work schedule includes working alternate weekends and holidays. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 Year / Associate Degree (Preferred)

License / Certification

• RT Oklahoma License
• BLS

Experience

• 1 year minimum experience preferred
• 13 week assignment and works 36 hours per week