Respiratory Therapist - FT - Nights - $20K Sign on Bonus - MHW

Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida Summary: Provides care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Responsibilities: Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment. Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources. Competencies: Accountability Arterial blood gas sampling – arterial puncture Artificial airway care/maintenance Customer service HFNC/Vapotherm Mechanical ventilation weaning/pulmonary mechanics Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NIPPV) Patient and family centered care Responding to change Standards of behavior Education & Certification Requirements: Accredited Program: Respiratory Therapy (Required) BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) – American Heart Association BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) – American Heart Association BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) – American Heart Association BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) – Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE) BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) – Red Cross Certified Respiratory Therapist (TT LICENSE) – State of Florida (FL) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) – State of Florida (FL) Additional Job Information: Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Can be licensed as RT or TT. National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential preferred. Department Special Credential: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric areas, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for Adult areas. Note: For added clarification, see Mandatory Education Requirements Grid. Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Additional Credential Info: RT or TT required. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Bending and Stooping – 80% Climbing – 0% Keyboard Entry – 80% Kneeling – 80% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater – 80% Lifting or Carrying 0-25 lbs Non-Patient – 80% Lifting or Carrying 25-75 lbs Non-Patient – 80% Lifting or Carrying 75+ lbs Non-Patient – 0% Pushing or Pulling 0-25 lbs Non-Patient – 80% Pushing or Pulling 26-75 lbs Non-Patient – 80% Pushing or Pulling 75+ lbs Non-Patient – 60% Reaching – 80% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg – 0% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm – 80% Running – 60% Sitting – 60% Squatting – 80% Standing – 80% Walking – 80% Audible Speech – 80% Hearing Acuity – 80% Smelling Acuity – 60% Taste Discrimination – 0%Depth Perception – 80% Distinguish Color – 80% Seeing - Far – 80% Seeing - Near – 80% Bio hazardous Waste – 80% Biological Hazards - Respiratory – 80% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion – 80% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids – 80% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens – 80% Asbestos – 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals – 60% Dust – 60% Gas/Vapors/Fumes – 80% Hazardous Chemicals – 0% Hazardous Medication – 60% Latex – 60% Computer Monitor – 80% Domestic Animals – 60% Extreme Heat/Cold – 0% Fire Risk – 40% Hazardous Noise – 40% Heating Devices – 60% Hypoxia – 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights – 0% Magnetic Fields – 80% Moving Mechanical Parts – 80% Needles/Sharp Objects – 80% Potential Electric Shock – 40% Potential for Physical Assault – 60% Radiation – 60% Sudden Decompression During Flights – 0% Unprotected Heights – 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces – 80% Shift: Nights Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Equal Opportunity Statement Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers) and you must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co