Travel RRT - $1,971 per week in Estes Park, CO

ID: 52885730 Shift: 12 hour shifts, Days vary Description: ESTES PARK HEALTH COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the playground that is Colorado. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients residents and visitors alike see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services. SUMMARY: Provides consultation regarding patient care for patients with respiratory needs, per physician order. DUTIES: Provides spirometry testing and communicates results to physicians. Acts as a liaison between EPH and Pulmonologist services in the specialty clinic. Advise clinical directors regarding equipment needs, selection, implementation, and education for staff regarding use of equipment. Provides staff education per clinical director requests regarding respiratory assessment, care, equipment, etc. Document all patient consults and care in a timely manner according to EPMC systems and policies. Implements a pulmonary rehabilitation program according to national standards; Communicates program opportunities to physicians and staff. Assists with marketing program to the community. Provides patient education related to the P.R. program. Evaluates and updates the program as needed. Assists in developing the charging/reimbursement system. Recommends equipment and supply needs for the program and assists director with budget development and monitoring. Responsible for monitoring and evaluation of quality assurance. Participate in committees as assigned. Perform in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulatory agency standards. Perform in accordance with EPH vision, mission and goals. All other duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program, Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist. Minimum 2 years experience in critical care and preferred experience in Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Current license to practice respiratory care in Colorado American Heart Association BLS and ACLS IMPORTANT PLEASE READ VERIFICATION OF CREDENTIALS CHECKLIST Before agency personnel may provide care to patients or perform any responsibility requiring a license, a HR representative will confirm receipt of the following credentials/documents from candidates travel agency: Current CO license or multistate license and source verified o If permanent license, verify online & print a copy of the page. o If temporary license, have copy of authorization letter from Colorado Board of Nursing; verify by phone, note on copy and place in their file. Copies of certifications required for the position that are listed in the Job Description. o Such as: BLS and ACLS must be AHA, and PALS. Immunization records including documentation of immunity to Rubella, Rubeola, Mumps, Varicella-Zoste, Hep B and Tetanus. TB test within the last year. We will only accept QuantiFERON. Influenza shot is required by the State of Colorado no exceptions during influenza season. Influenza season is Sept 1st (depending on availability of flu vaccines) through to March 31st of the following year, or as otherwise defined by the Department of Epidemiology and Flu Surveillance Team. Confirmation of having received the COVID Vaccine (copy of vaccine card). Copy of negative 10 panel drug screen results (within the last 30 days). Resume with work experience. Documented references. Proof of all required Regulatory (OSHA) Training. Assessment of skills/competencies. Results of criminal background check including OIG (within the last 30 days). CAPS check through the State of Colorado (required for all patient care positions). I will also need a W-9 for your company. Position Billing string Estes Park Health Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91