Respiratory Therapist, Part Time, 12 hours

Griffin Health Brand; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Griffin Health Brand is seeking a Part Time Respiratory Therapist (12-hour shifts) to assess patients for Pulmonary Rehab admission and contribute to exercise prescriptions. The role includes supervising therapy, care plan management, and assisting with oxygen administration and titration.

Requirements include an AS degree in Respiratory Therapy with RRT credential, 1 year clinical experience, and BLS/ACLS. RPFT/AE-C/NRP are desirable, and the employer promotes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• RRT required; 1 year clinical experience required.
• BLS required, ACLS required.
• RPFT, AE-C, NRP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients for admission into the Pulmonary Rehab Program.
• Assist in development of exercise prescriptions and protocols; supervise exercise therapy.
• Manage care plans and new patient intakes; assist with oxygen administration and titration.

Skills

RRT

1 year clinical experience

BLS

ACLS

Education

AS degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's preferred

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, Part Time, 12 hours

Job Category: Allied Health

Requisition Number: RESPI005921

Locations

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Description

MAIN FUNCTION: To assess patients based on their medical history for admission into the Pulmonary Rehab Program. Assists in the development of exercise prescriptions and protocols and supervises exercise therapy. Manages care plans and new patient intakes. Provides support with oxygen administration and titration for patients requiring O2 supplementation. Monitors SpO2 saturations for every patient, provides education for patients on breathing mechanics and coping with their restrictive and/or obstructive pulmonary disease. Assists patients in equipment understanding concepts and lifestyle modification principles.

EDUCATION: AS degree in Respiratory Therapy, Bachelors preferred

EXPERIENCE: RRT required; 1 year clinical experience required; BLS required, ACLS required; RPFT, AE-C, NRP desirable.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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