Respiratory Therapist Registered 2 - Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

University of Miami Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to conduct tests, administer therapy, and educate patients as part of a full-time staff role. The position includes a sign-on bonus and opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary team providing cutting-edge patient care.

Responsibilities include evaluating cardiopulmonary function, operating ventilators and related equipment, monitoring patient responses, and mentoring students and trainees within an academic

Responsibilities

• Conducts tests such as electrocardiograms and pulmonary function assessments.
• Operates ventilators and breathing apparatus per treatment plans.
• Reads prescriptions and determines therapy type and duration.
• Educates patients and families on disease management and devices.
• Monitors patient responses and reports adverse reactions.
• Maintains respiratory therapy equipment and charts.
• Mentors students and trainees.

Job description

Sign on Bonus: Up to $15,000

1. Conducts tests, such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients’ cardiopulmonary functions.

2. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists or instructs patients in the performance of breathing exercises.

3. Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.

4.Reads prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient’s condition.

5.Determines requirements for treatment such as type, method, and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medication and dosages.

6.Explains treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.

1. Educates patients and their families about their conditions, and teaches them appropriate disease management techniques such as breathing exercises, and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.

2. Monitors patient’s physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs and blood chemistry changes, and consults with physician if adverse reactions occur. 9. Maintains charts that contain patients’ pertinent identification and therapy information.

3. Inspects, cleans, tests, and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.

11.Mentors, teaches, and trains students, respiratory therapy technicians, and assistants.

1. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida’s only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We’re the challenge you’ve been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff