Respiratory Therapist (Per-diem)

Oneida Health

City of Oneida (NY)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Oneida Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide essential coverage within the Hospital Respiratory Therapy Department. The role encompasses various shifts and responsibilities, including caring for patients with breathing disorders and maintaining respiratory equipment, while ensuring a collaborative approach to patient safety.

Qualifications

Associate in Respiratory Therapy required.
Licensure from the National Board for Respiratory Care is mandatory.
1 year experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and treat patients with breathing disorders.
Maintain and test respiratory equipment.
Educate patients and families on respiratory management.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Compassionate approach

Education

Associate in Respiratory Therapy

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Job Title:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

Description

Job Title:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

Job Summary

Oneida Health is actively seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its Hospital Respiratory Therapy Department, providing additional coverage during varied shifts. The role may involve work in our Sleep Lab and Extended Care, conveniently located within a few steps of the hospital. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you will assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders, reporting directly to the Director of Respiratory Therapy. The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, ensuring the highest levels of patient safety and experience.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain, inspect, clean, and test respiratory equipment as needed.
Be familiar with the technical aspects of the equipment used by the department and apply them to different situations in the clinical setting.
Educate patients and their families about respiratory conditions, providing appropriate disease management techniques.
Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient condition.
Ensure respiratory care items are available and in stock, including transport oxygen tanks.
Keep accurate and complete records.
Serve as a resource person for Certified Therapists and other ancillary staff.

Qualifications

Education:

Associate in Respiratory Therapy (Required)

Licenses And Certifications

Registered or Registry eligible with The National Board for Respiratory Care (Required)
New York RRT (Preferred)

Experience

1 year of experience in Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and move about the facility.
Frequent lifting and carrying of equipment, up to a specified weight limit.
Fine motor skills for equipment manipulation.
Visual and auditory acuity for patient assessment and equipment monitoring.

Soft Skills

Excellent communication skills for patient education and interaction with healthcare teams.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong organizational skills for accurate record-keeping and inventory management.
Compassionate and patient-focused approach.

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