Respiratory Therapist - RESPTHP NK#1

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB TITLE:Respiratory TherapistJOB DETAILSLocation: Cincinnati, OH 45227 Job Type: Contract (No Benefits) Duration: 13 weeks, with potential for extension Shift: Nights Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, nights, no callCandidates Required: Both local and traveler candidatesPAY RATELocal: $48 – $52 per hour, based on experience.Traveler: $1,800 – $2,000 per week, based on experience.JOB SUMMARY:The Respiratory Therapist delivers critical and non-critical patient care services to all age groups using selected invasive and noninvasive techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system. The role provides respiratory care in inpatient and outpatient areas, demonstrates a high level of commitment and professionalism, and practices within the scope of practice in accordance with the licensure act.REQUIRED EDUCATIONGraduate of a Respiratory Therapy program with RRT credential.REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURECredentials of RRT issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care.Current license to practice respiratory care issued by the State.BLS (American Heart Association).ACLS (American Heart Association).REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEMust demonstrate critical care knowledge as it relates to cardiopulmonary disease states.PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE1–3 years of experience.Active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC).PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURENRP for NICU.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESPatient Care and AssessmentPerform and monitor patient progress and response to service.Assess patients and make appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions.Perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.Perform treatments as related to age-specific needs.Apply technical knowledge to consult physicians with regard to cardiopulmonary status.Perform all duties as a respiratory care practitioner as assigned, in accordance with policy and procedure.Education and Team SupportEducate patients on their disease state, wellness, home care modalities, and safety.Educate and precept students and new orientees on the roles and responsibilities of a respiratory care practitioner.Participate in in-services and meetings, and complete competencies.Monitor all department communications.May be responsible for charge/team leader roles and other assigned duties.DocumentationCorrectly record all information in the patient legal record and maintain department records.