Respiratory Therapist
Company: Avi web solutions
Location: Altus
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description We are looking for Respiratory Therapist
Location: All over, Altus Oklahoma, Our facility is seeking to hire
a licensed respiratory therapist to add to our ever-expanding staff
of competent healthcare professionals. Duties will include setting
up and operating devices such as therapeutic gas administration
apparatus and mechanical ventilators, providing emergency care,
such as external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, or
assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and maintaining
charts that contain patient identification and therapy information.
A degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program or
college and an RCP license are required for consideration. Strong
knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation and
experience with respiratory equipment are the keys to success in
this role. Benefits Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40
hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend
amount to be determined 8, 13, 26 week assignment Competitive
Compensation Package Nationwide contract opportunities Housing or
Housing stipend provided Travel and License reimbursement
Healthcare benefits Recruiter available 24/7 Weekly Pay with direct
deposit Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities: Monitoring patient
physiological responses to therapy such as arterial blood gases,
vital signs or blood chemistry, and lung function changes, and
consulting with physicians if there are adverse reactions. Working
as part of a team of health care professionals to manage patient
care by assisting with medical procedures. Setting up and operating
devices including therapeutic gas administration apparatus,
mechanical ventilators, environmental control systems, and aerosol
generators. Following specified parameters of treatment. Providing
emergency care, such as external cardiac massage, artificial
respiration, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Inspecting, testing, cleaning, and maintaining respiratory therapy
equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently.
Maintaining charts that contain patient identification and therapy
information. Measuring arterial blood gases, reading prescriptions,
lung capacity, and reviewing other information to assess patient
condition. Relaying blood analysis results to a physician. Making
emergency visits to resolve equipment problems when necessary.
Ordering equipment repairs when necessary. Explaining health care
treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation. Checking
pulmonary function in patients. Respiratory Therapist Requirements:
Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program or
technical college course for respiratory therapy. Registration or
certification by the national board for respiratory Care (NBRC).
Respiratory care, emergency care, and intensive care experience.
Must possess a valid and current driver license and auto insurance.
Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart
Association or American Red Cross. Strong knowledge of pulmonary
function and pulmonary rehabilitation. Experience with respiratory
equipment.
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