What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist, RRT/CRT - Casual - Muncy position at UPMC?
Join Our Team as a Casual Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Muncy!
Are you a skilled respiratory therapist looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity? UPMC Muncy is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team on a casual basis, working rotating three—12-hour shifts per six-week schedule to maintain casual status.
Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on individual education, experience, and certifications.
Why UPMC Muncy?
- Flexible Schedule: Enjoy the freedom to balance work with your personal life.
- Supportive Environment: Work under the guidance of experienced physicians and alongside a collaborative healthcare team.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a variety of patient care settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to determine the best treatment plans.
- Therapy Administration: Set up and operate respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring optimal treatment parameters and patient safety.
- Emergency Response: Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and respond to all code situations.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate patient charts and order equipment repairs as needed.
- Education & Supervision: Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and supervise students during their training.
- Clinical Evaluation: Monitor patients’ physiological responses to therapy and perform pulmonary function tests to aid in diagnosis.
Salary : $31 - $48
