SSM Health
Respiratory Therapist - RRT
SSM Health, Saint Charles, Missouri, United States,
It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
Worker Type:
PRN
Job Highlights:Department: Respiratory TherapySchedule: PRN, Night ShiftStarting Pay: $31.00/hr (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.)Max Incentive Pay: $15.50Location: St. Joseph Hospital-St. Charles
At
SSM Health-St. Joseph Hospital-St. Charles , we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a supportive work environment for our employees. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality respiratory care services to our patients.
We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team on a day shift, PRN basis offering self scheduling. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing respiratory therapy to our patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Your responsibilities will encompass assessing patients, administering treatments, and monitoring their progress.
Thank you for considering
SSM Health
as your potential employer. We value your skills and expertise and would be thrilled to have you
If you have a passion for respiratory care and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, I encourage you to apply for this position. Your expertise and dedication will be highly valued at
SSM Health-St. Joseph Hospital-Lake St. Louis .
Job Summary:Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESAssesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAssociate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education.
EXPERIENCENo experience required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant use of speech to share information through oral communication.Constant standing and walking.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional lifting/moving of patients.Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Occasional driving.Rare crawling and running.
Work Shift:Night Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:Employee
Department:8452000002 I-Choice
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
pregnancy, veteran status ,
or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Click here to learn more.
Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).Flexible Payment Options:
o
ur voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay
(fees may apply)
before payday.Upfront Tuition Coverage:
we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Worker Type:
PRN
Job Highlights:Department: Respiratory TherapySchedule: PRN, Night ShiftStarting Pay: $31.00/hr (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.)Max Incentive Pay: $15.50Location: St. Joseph Hospital-St. Charles
At
SSM Health-St. Joseph Hospital-St. Charles , we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a supportive work environment for our employees. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality respiratory care services to our patients.
We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team on a day shift, PRN basis offering self scheduling. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing respiratory therapy to our patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Your responsibilities will encompass assessing patients, administering treatments, and monitoring their progress.
Thank you for considering
SSM Health
as your potential employer. We value your skills and expertise and would be thrilled to have you
If you have a passion for respiratory care and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, I encourage you to apply for this position. Your expertise and dedication will be highly valued at
SSM Health-St. Joseph Hospital-Lake St. Louis .
Job Summary:Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESAssesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAssociate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education.
EXPERIENCENo experience required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant use of speech to share information through oral communication.Constant standing and walking.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional lifting/moving of patients.Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Occasional driving.Rare crawling and running.
Work Shift:Night Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:Employee
Department:8452000002 I-Choice
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
pregnancy, veteran status ,
or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Click here to learn more.
Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).Flexible Payment Options:
o
ur voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay
(fees may apply)
before payday.Upfront Tuition Coverage:
we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.