RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT), NICU/Adult, Per Diem

Job Summary Job summary: Under the supervision of the Critical Care Director, Medical Director and Respiratory Department Manager, the respiratory therapist is responsible for providing Respiratory Care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, department policies and procedures. Responsibilities Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery. Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning. Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure. Qualifications Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure. Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Preferred experience in neonatal transport. 5 years of verifiable experience. BLS and ACLS certification. PALS, NRP, Blood Gas Technologist certified within 90 days. NICU experience, 3 years or more preferred. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr