Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT

Trinity Health FirstChoice; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative staffing solution is seeking an experienced Sleep Lab Respiratory Therapist to join their flexible and dynamic team. In this role, you will perform various therapeutic procedures in diverse practice settings, ensuring high-quality patient care while enjoying premium pay and flexible scheduling. This opportunity allows you to float across multiple locations, enhancing your experience and skill set. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values the unique contributions of each team member, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. Explore a rewarding path with opportunities nationwide!

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Premium Pay

Variety of Practice Settings

Learning Opportunities

Minimum Commitment

Online Self-Scheduling

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with sleep lab experience required.
• Must maintain RRT credential and New York State License.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership in patient care delivery.
• Maintain safe respiratory therapy practices and confidentiality.

Skills

Sleep Lab experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift equipment

Education

Graduate of a two year advanced practitioner - Accredited Respiratory Therapist program

Current RRT credential

Valid State of New York License in Respiratory Care

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Description:

Are you an experienced Sleep Lab Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's staffing solution! FirstChoice RTs are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide opportunities available!

What's in it for you?

• Flexible Scheduling
• Premium Pay
• Variety of Practice Settings
• Learning Opportunities
• Minimum Commitment
• Online Self-Scheduling

For more information, Text "Choice" to 60184

What you'll need to qualify:

• Sleep Lab experience required
• Willingness to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations.
• EPIC experience preferred.
• Cannot hold a concurrent position at a Trinity Health facility.
• Ability to complete the orientation and training.

We believe one of the best ways we can take care of our patients is to take care of our employees. That's why we created FirstChoice, Trinity Health's internal resource pool, designed for those who desire flexible scheduling, increased pay scales, as well as variety in practice settings and learning opportunities.

Opportunities Nationwide!

GENERAL SUMMARY

Registered Respiratory Therapist who is responsible for performing various therapeutic procedures including advanced practice procedures in the sleep lab. Might be required to float and perform duties such as, but not restricted to operating balloon pumps, working in NICU, performing Pulmonary Function testing, etc.

Essential duties and Responsibilities

Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and guiding behaviors of Trinity Health.

• Provides professional leadership in the delivery of patient care.
• Uses "AIDET" principles when interfacing/treating every patient throughout the organization. (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You).
• Where appropriate, with each patient interaction, uses the concept of "Managing Up" – a form of communication that positions information, a person, or team in a positive manner.
• Provides a consistent experience to patients, families, visitors and internal customers by using "Key Words at Key Times." Specifically, uses key words to help patients to understand what is happening with their care, help internal customers understand their service better, and build relationships.
• Serves as a consultant, resource person, and role model representing respiratory care in the health system committees or work groups as needed.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information according to HIPPA guidelines.
• Facilitates good rapport and cooperative relationships approaching conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains safe respiratory therapy practices; alerts management of any safety issues or concerns.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Respiratory Therapist per AARC guidelines, obtains and maintains competencies per RT II orientation.
• Provides high quality patient care considering age specific, developmental and cultural needs through competent practice and application of the respiratory care practice process.
• Demonstrates annual unit/area competencies.
• Participates in new educational programs and equipment/procedure implementations.
• Facilitates instruction of staff or students during clinical training, providing feedback when applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes Health Stream yearly on a timely basis per SJMHS standards.
• Responsible for own education for professional growth and maintains log of activities.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE

Education:

• Graduate of a two year advanced practitioner -Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible.
• Maintain current RRT credential.
• Maintain valid State of New York License in Respiratory Care.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibits interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and inline with our mission and values.
• Utilizes analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs.
• Possesses and exhibits the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 100% of work time.
• Ability to walk and stand for approximately 60% of work time and to lift, pull, push and carry portable equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.

Pay Range: $60.00 - $61.00. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.