Senior Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift PT (24h)

Temple Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a part-time SR. RESPIRATORY THERAPIST to provide administrative support and perform diagnostic interventions for patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. The role requires qualifications as a Respiratory Therapist, with a focus on education and collaboration with health team members. Candidates should meet specific educational and licensing requirements, including a PA Respiratory Care License. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to patient care and enhance skills in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of education as defined by the NBRC is required.
• Graduate from a COARC accredited program is preferred.
• An Associate's Degree from an accredited program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for education and clinical issues.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.
• Consult with health team members to determine treatment procedures.

Skills

Clinical respiratory care

Patient consultation

In-service education participation

Education

Successful completion of education requirements for Respiratory Therapist

Graduate from COARC accredited program

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Job Description - SR. RESPIRATORY THERAPIST [P/T, 24hrs | Night Flex]- Temple University Hospital (261264)

SR. RESPIRATORY THERAPIST [P/T, 24hrs | Night Flex]- Temple University Hospital - ( 261264 )

Provides administrative support such as conducting formal education and acts as a resource for clinical issues when needed. Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and functions as a resource person to achieve therapeutic goals in the care of patient's cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. Consults with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and time schedules. Actively participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Education
Other Successful completion of education requirements for qualification as a Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Required
Other Graduate from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program Preferred
Associate's Degree Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program Preferred

Experience
1 year experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting including routine and critical care Preferred
1 year experience with non-conventional modes of ventilation (invasive and non-invasive) Preferred

Licenses
Basic Life Support Required
PA Respiratory Care License Required
Reg Respiratory Therapist Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Preferred

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