SR. RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (F/T, 36hrs | Night Flex) - Temple University Hospital

Respiratory Therapist

Provides administrative support such as conducting formal education and acts as a resource for clinical issues when needed. Performs prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and functions as a resource person to achieve therapeutic goals in the care of patient's cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. Consults with physicians and other health team members to determine treatment procedures and time schedules. Actively participates in in-service education, infection control and performance improvement programs.

Education

• Other Successful completion of education requirements for qualification as a Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Required
• Other Graduate from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program Preferred
• Associate's Degree Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program Preferred

Experience

• 1 year experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting including routine and critical care Preferred
• 1 year experience with non-conventional modes of ventilation (invasive and non-invasive) Preferred

Licenses

• Basic Life Support Required
• PA Respiratory Care License Required
• Reg Respiratory Therapist Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Preferred