Respiratory Therapist (PRN) - Seacoast

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A local health organization in Little River is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient and respiratory care procedures. Candidates should have an Associate of Respiratory Care and be certified as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a new graduate. The position requires BLS and ACLS certifications and offers an entry-level opportunity in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Zero to less than one year of experience in Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care and respiratory care procedures.
• Document and maintain records appropriately.
• Evaluate patient care and provide recommendations.

Skills

Direct patient care

Respiratory care procedures

Clinical judgment

Education

Associate of Respiratory Care

Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Overview

Respiratory Therapist (PRN) – Seacoast at McLeod Health. This role provides direct patient care and respiratory care procedures across facility areas, adhering to policy and procedure.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care and respiratory care procedures in all areas within the facility.
• Organize workload to ensure therapy is completed as prescribed.
• Participate in RC educational activities and departmental meetings.
• Document and maintain records, charts, and reports in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Respond to all emergency alerts in a timely manner and document appropriately.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and assessment skills to provide patient care and monitor patients, communicating information to other caregivers.
• Evaluate patient care and make recommendations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Training

• Zero to less than one year of experience in Respiratory Care with an Associate of Respiratory Care from an accredited CoARC institution.
• Participation in the National Board for Respiratory Care''s Continuing Competency Program to maintain credential if credential received after July 1, 2002.

Education

• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist or new graduate. New graduates have 3 months to obtain RRT after hire/ graduation date.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner by the SC Board of Medical Examiners.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification must be completed within 3 months of hire or transfer date (existing employees have 6 months from the date this Job Description is signed to complete training).
• PALS certification must be completed within 6 months of hire or transfer date (existing employees have 6 months from the date this Job Description is signed to complete training).

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not-for-profit organization with more than 900 medical staff members, 2,900 licensed nurses, about 15,000 team members, and more than 90 physician practices across an 18-county service area. McLeod Health operates seven hospitals and additional facilities, including the Seacoast campus.

About the Team

If you would enjoy a dynamic environment and want to join a stellar team of professionals, apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care