i4 Search Group
Respiratory Therapist
i4 Search Group, Wilmington, Ohio, United States, 45177
Respiratory Therapist- $10,000 Sign on Bonus
POSITION TYPE: Allied Health Professional
SPECIALTY UNIT: Respiratory Therapist
LOCATION: Wilmington, Ohio
SHIFT: Nights 6:30pm-6:30am
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
Job Description:
Under general supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, delivers life-support, resuscitation, monitoring and various medical gases therapy to patients. Assists patients of all ages with acute and chronic illness in returning to a productive lifestyle through the education and the application of various therapeutic modalities. May perform diagnostic testing and monitoring through the application / use of spirometry both at bedside and in conjunction with physician orders for pulmonary function studies.
Performs invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures to Intensive Care and General Practice Units patients. Communicates effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians and other system employees as needed, regarding patient care needs. Adequately documents all aspects of patient care.
Responsibilities:Performs patient assessment, care-planning and collaboration with other health care providers. Patient care provides 100% of work hours.Delegates aspects of patient care appropriately to support staff (Respiratory Therapists, Respiratory orients, externs and students, as assigned), providing necessary communication and guidance to those support providers.Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care. Attends and actively contributes to daily bedside rounds.Maintains high standards of clinical excellence, according to Departmental policies.Demonstrates proficiency in various Departmental subspecialties, clinical areas, life support, diagnostic and monitoring equipment, as assigned. Displays competency in various special procedures and protocols and works in multiple IPD locations as assigned.Performs various therapeutic modalities prescribed by physician order or as established by approved protocol. Determines the best modes of therapy and ensures maximum benefit and patient safety. Administers various medications via aerosol and endotracheal instillation. Utilizes appropriate equipment.Administers and monitors medical gases as prescribed by physician order and as established by approved protocol. Utilizes appropriate medical gas delivery devices.Assesses pulmonary status of patients. Communicates clinical findings to physicians and makes recommendations for appropriate therapy. Explains rationale of procedures and equipment to patients. Participates in thorough patient report process identifying patient care needs as necessary.Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by providing basic life support. Assesses patient response to clinical interventions and communicates findings appropriately.Performs arterial and capillary blood sample collection and analysis. Verifies and interprets results and clinically intervenes as necessary. Documents and communicates findings to physician when appropriate.Performs specific duties as determined by site assignments, which may include equipment cleaning, maintenance, repair and testing.Job Benefits:
Competitive salary$10,000 Sign-on BonusEvery 3rd WeekendDirect Deposit401KComprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefitsEmployee discount programExcellent room for growth and advancementRequirements:
Graduate of an NBRC approved respiratory therapy program.Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) must be licensed by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained prior to first shift worked.Registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credentials.BLS card from AHA required before start date (valid at least 60 days beyond start date)6:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. 36 hours/week AND Every 3rd Weekend
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POSITION TYPE: Allied Health Professional
SPECIALTY UNIT: Respiratory Therapist
LOCATION: Wilmington, Ohio
SHIFT: Nights 6:30pm-6:30am
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
Job Description:
Under general supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, delivers life-support, resuscitation, monitoring and various medical gases therapy to patients. Assists patients of all ages with acute and chronic illness in returning to a productive lifestyle through the education and the application of various therapeutic modalities. May perform diagnostic testing and monitoring through the application / use of spirometry both at bedside and in conjunction with physician orders for pulmonary function studies.
Performs invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures to Intensive Care and General Practice Units patients. Communicates effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians and other system employees as needed, regarding patient care needs. Adequately documents all aspects of patient care.
Responsibilities:Performs patient assessment, care-planning and collaboration with other health care providers. Patient care provides 100% of work hours.Delegates aspects of patient care appropriately to support staff (Respiratory Therapists, Respiratory orients, externs and students, as assigned), providing necessary communication and guidance to those support providers.Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care. Attends and actively contributes to daily bedside rounds.Maintains high standards of clinical excellence, according to Departmental policies.Demonstrates proficiency in various Departmental subspecialties, clinical areas, life support, diagnostic and monitoring equipment, as assigned. Displays competency in various special procedures and protocols and works in multiple IPD locations as assigned.Performs various therapeutic modalities prescribed by physician order or as established by approved protocol. Determines the best modes of therapy and ensures maximum benefit and patient safety. Administers various medications via aerosol and endotracheal instillation. Utilizes appropriate equipment.Administers and monitors medical gases as prescribed by physician order and as established by approved protocol. Utilizes appropriate medical gas delivery devices.Assesses pulmonary status of patients. Communicates clinical findings to physicians and makes recommendations for appropriate therapy. Explains rationale of procedures and equipment to patients. Participates in thorough patient report process identifying patient care needs as necessary.Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by providing basic life support. Assesses patient response to clinical interventions and communicates findings appropriately.Performs arterial and capillary blood sample collection and analysis. Verifies and interprets results and clinically intervenes as necessary. Documents and communicates findings to physician when appropriate.Performs specific duties as determined by site assignments, which may include equipment cleaning, maintenance, repair and testing.Job Benefits:
Competitive salary$10,000 Sign-on BonusEvery 3rd WeekendDirect Deposit401KComprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefitsEmployee discount programExcellent room for growth and advancementRequirements:
Graduate of an NBRC approved respiratory therapy program.Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) must be licensed by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained prior to first shift worked.Registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credentials.BLS card from AHA required before start date (valid at least 60 days beyond start date)6:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. 36 hours/week AND Every 3rd Weekend
As part of our recruiting process, we may contact you regarding positions we feel are a good fit or engage with you via SMS text message. By clicking to submit your application, i4 Search Group has your consent to communicate via SMS text message moving forward.