Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist Full Time

Sign On Bonus: up to $15K

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Administers & Coordinates medical prescribed therapy as assigned.
• Prioritizes Patient therapy according to patient acuity on a daily basis.
• Accountable for administration observation charting and reporting effects of drugs oxygen respiratory treatments and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures.
• Completes assignments on a timely basis while adapting to changing workloads when required.
• Maintains standard shift productivity.
• Demonstrates knowledge of indications contraindications hazards and troubleshooting of all treatments as assigned.
• Demonstrates effective and efficient care through clinical competencies at least annually.
• Demonstrates competency in drawing and/or running arterial blood gases at least annually.
• Completes all forms in medical record and departmental records accurately and legibly according to hospital/departmental policy and procedure.
• Communicates pertinent information at shift report.
• Fulfills on call responsibilities according to departmental policy.
• Participates in critical care program as an educator.
• Monitors ventilation patients according to departmental standards.
• Demonstrates ability to teach and educate patient and family according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Uses supplies equipment and resources in a cost effective manner

Qualifications:

• Florida license for Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS Certification.
• Graduate of a two-year accredited program for Respiratory Care
• 1-2 years intensive care/ABG drawing/analysis

Benefits We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!