Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN DAY

				Overview:

UF Heath Rehabilitation Hospital

In Affiliation with Select Medical

Gainesville, FLL

Respiratory Therapist (RRT, CRT) - PRN DAY

Hours: As needed 4 (12-hour) shifts within 6 weeks

Pay: $37.00 per hour

Sign- On Bonus $5,000

Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

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 requirements:

* Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
* Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
* Current state licensure required.
* ACLS required within 6 months of hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:

* One (1) year of related experience preferred.
			

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