Therapy - RRT

Cynet Health; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week therapy assignment in East St. Louis, IL. The role requires an Associate degree in Respiratory Care, NBRC/AARC registration, and current state licensure, with BLS and RRT credentials and ACLS within 3 months of hire.

The position emphasizes strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills to assess and manage patients with cardiopulmonary disorders across shifts (evenings and/or nights).

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care is required.
• Registration by NBRC or AARC is required or preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Certification is required.
• ACLS within 3 months of job offer acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality respiratory care per physician orders using professional judgment.
• Interview and examine patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Consult with physicians to develop patient treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity.
• Administer treatments including chest physiotherapy and aerosol medications.
• Monitor and record patient progress and respond to changes.
• Educate patients on medications and use of equipment such as ventilators.
• Assist in training new hires and precepting staff.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associates degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC/AARC registration

Job description

Therapy - RRT

Profession: Cardiopulmonary

Specialty: Respiratory Therapy

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Evenings and/or Night Shift

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum 0 years, 1 year preferred

License: Current and valid State License in Respiratory Care

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Certification, ACLS within 3 months of job offer acceptance

Must-Have:

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care
• Registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care or AARC
• Essential skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions

Description:Provides quality respiratory care utilizing knowledge, professional judgment, and standard principles in cardiopulmonary.Promotes and maintains health for patients of all ages in accordance with physician's orders.Performs all other duties as assigned.Interviews and examines patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.Consults with physicians to develop patient treatment plans.Performs diagnostic tests, such as measuring lung capacity.Treats patients by using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy and aerosol medications.Monitors and records patients' progress.Teaches patients how to take medications and use equipment, such as ventilators.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize duties for timely completion of routine, scheduled, and stat procedures.Assists in training and precepting new hire employees.Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently.Requires full use of arms and back muscles and repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and fingers.Maintains body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking or crouching.Engages in inside environmental working conditions with exposure to bodily fluids and bloodborne pathogens.