The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing pulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies & procedures. The RRT 3 performs arterial insertions and is trained to work independently in either PEDIATRICS or Trauma ICU and or diagnostics.
Requirements
- Sets-ups & monitors mechanical ventilators & BIPAP/CPAP machines & performs the associated critical duties required for such as airway management & tracheal suctioning.
- Demonstrates critical care assessment skills, judgment, and decision making necessary for the trauma step down and trauma code.
- Performs advanced respiratory care skills.
- Administers respiratory therapy procedures; understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance