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As a Respiratory Therapist, at Merit Health River Region, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best-providing quality care to our patients!
About the Job:
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitation, or diagnostic regimes prescribed by physicians. Full time night shift position (12 hr. shifts)
Duties include:
The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of Respiratory Care
proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to Respiratory Care treatments and diagnostic testing.
The Respiratory Therapist will recommend and initiate appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities, implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician.
The Respiratory Therapist must have the ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care deliver to achieve desired outcomes.
Requirements:
An Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program is required. One year of acute Respiratory Therapy Services is preferred.
A credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). A Respiratory Therapist License issued by the state of Mississippi.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are a requirement. (NRP and PALS within 90 days of hire.)
Experience in Ventilators, High Flow O2 and BiPaps is a must.
Cerner charting experience is a plus.
Must possess a positive attitude and good time management skills.
Merit Health River Region is an employer that will motivate you, inspire you, and allow you to grow. We are looking for the best. If you are too, we invite you to learn more and apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Shift:
Night shift
Weekly schedule:
3x12
Rotating weekends
Education:
Associate (Required)
Experience:
Acute Respiratory Therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Required)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (Required)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (Required)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS (Required)
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) (Required)
Work Location: In person