Reg Respiratory Therapist

Per Diem Registered Respiratory TherapistCentraState Medical Center is currently seeking a Per Diem Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its team. Under medical supervision, this role is responsible for evaluating, treating, and managing acutely ill patients of all ages who present with abnormalities, deficiencies, or failure of the cardio-pulmonary system. The Respiratory Care Practitioner will complete an extensive initial department orientation and must demonstrate competency in all areas of respiratory care before working independently. Continued professional development is supported through annual Skills Day evaluations and performance competency assessments conducted with a supervisor. In addition, certain procedures such as arterial blood gas collection and intubation require specialized orientation and annual review under supervision.Responsibilities:Performs and evaluates arterial puncture and analysis.Performs patient assessment and recommends appropriate interventions.Performs proper documentation to include, but not limited to, acuity, charges, productivity, patient education, etc.Performs appropriate routine oxygen and therapeutic and diagnostic interventions.Performs appropriate invasive and non-invasive ventilation interventions.Performs appropriately in all code and patient crisis interventions.Performs appropriately in all pediatric and neonatal interventions.Maintains conservative use of all organizational resources.Performs draw and analysis of ABG.Performs intubation if certified to do so.Qualifications:Graduate of an AMA approved training program in Respiratory Therapy.Previous clinical experience preferred.NJ State License required.Registration by the NBRC required.CPR Certification required.ACLS and PALS Certifications preferred.Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.Strong customer service skills.Compensation Range: $38.00 - $64.60 per hourThe compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS' policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.