SR RESPIRATORY THERAPIST [POOL]- Temple University Hospital

Temple-Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a pool/backup role. The position involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, educating staff, and collaborating with physicians to schedule treatments.

Ideal candidates have NBRC-qualified training, a CoARC-accredited program, and at least 1 year of clinical respiratory care experience, including critical care. The role is on-site with rotating shifts and ongoing professional education.

Qualifications

• NBRC-defined education requirements.
• Graduate from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• 1 year experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting including routine and critical care.
• Critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and education.
• Perform prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Consult with physicians and health team on treatment procedures.
• Participate in infection control and performance improvement programs.

Skills

Clinical respiratory care

Administrative support

Education

NBRC qualification requirements

CoARC-accredited program

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

SR RESPIRATORY THERAPIST [POOL]- Temple University Hospital

3401 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Tracking Code

261151

Weekly Hours

.01

Schedule

Shift

Rotating

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 Required 1 year experience with non-conven