Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem
US-FL-Gainesville
CCC
Req #: 304482
Type: Per Diem
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Overview: UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital In affiliation with Select Medical Gainesville, FL Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/PRN Day and Night Shifts Available Pay Rate: $37.00 per hour Responsibilities: Position Summary Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs. Job Duties Include: * Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff. * Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need. * Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician. * Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes. * Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications * Must possess "Active" credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent * BLS certification required * Current state Licensure required * ACLS required upon hire Preferred Experience * 1 year of related experience preferred
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