SR RESPIRATORY THERAPIST FT 36hrs Night Flex Temple University Hospital

Temple Health; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide administrative support and clinical assistance in patient care. The role includes performing prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and serving as a resource for cardiopulmonary care.

You will collaborate with physicians and health teams to determine treatment plans, participate in in-service education and contribute to infection control and performance improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• NBRC-based qualification required.
• CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program completed or in progress.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• 1 year of RT experience preferred (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support and serves as a resource for clinical issues as needed.
• Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Consults with physicians and health team to determine treatment procedures and schedules.
• Participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Math skills

High energy

Education

NBRC‑based qualification

CoARC accredited RT program

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Computer software

Job description

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-conve

Required Skills

Required Experience

Qualifications:

Minimum education required:

• GED or high school diploma.
• Working knowledge of computers and software.
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Strong math skill.
• High energy level and a desire to succeed.