Respiratory Therapist PRN Days

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN Days to deliver efficient patient services across various settings. This role involves assessing patients, collaborating with nursing staff, and maintaining clinical competencies. The ideal candidate will hold relevant Oklahoma licenses and certifications, with a focus on patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Oklahoma State license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• Minimum 1 year post-graduation experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret patient results, suggest treatments.
• Administer breathing treatments and medications as ordered.
• Collaborate with nursing staff on patient therapies.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Emergency Response

Collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

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This position involves providing timely and efficient services to patients across all settings served by the department. The CRT/RRT will follow the guidelines outlined in the Cardiopulmonary Services Department Policy and Procedure Manual, assist with administrative tasks, and maintain clinical competencies through ongoing education and orientation. The CRT/RRT works as part of a team within the facility, aligning with the hospital's mission, vision, and values. The role may require working weekends, evenings, nights, flex schedules, and being on call.

Essential Functions:

• Assess patients appropriately, interpret results, and suggest alternative treatments.
• Review respiratory care orders, perform breathing treatments, and administer IS therapy as ordered.
• Collaborate with nursing staff on patient therapies.
• Adjust modes of therapy as needed.
• Assist physicians in clinical management of patients.
• Involve patients and their significant others in care activities for education and information sharing.
• Administer medications following hospital policy.
• Interpret and document verbal and telephone orders accurately.
• Use necessary patient equipment effectively.
• React calmly and effectively in emergencies.
• Work autonomously and independently.
• Demonstrate competency in job duties and ongoing professional development.

Accountability:

• Reports to: Cardiopulmonary Services Director/Manager
• Supervises: None

Qualifications:

CRT:

• Oklahoma State license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• NBRC certification as CRT required and maintained.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year post-graduation experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days; ACLS and PALS within 120 days of hire; certifications must be current.

RRT:

• Oklahoma State license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• NBRC certification as RRT required and maintained.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program or equivalent.
• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year post-graduation experience.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications as above.

Physical Demands:

• Heavy lifting (50-100 lbs occasionally, 10-20 lbs constantly).
• Constant standing/walking; occasional keyboard/dexterity activities.
• Effective verbal communication, good vision, hearing, and color acuity.

Environmental Conditions:

• High exposure to hazardous risks including infections, blood, body fluids, electrical equipment, and chemicals. Standard precautions are required.