Respiratory Therapist Pines Jobs

COMPETITIVE SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS

• $7.00 - 3rd Shift
• $4.50 - Weekend
• $4.00 - 2nd Shift

Provides respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and illness by assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the respiratory plan of care. The Respiratory Therapist functions as an essential member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care, instruction, and preparation for continuing care after discharge.

Minimum Education

• Graduate of an Associate Degree Level CoARC accredited educational program for Respiratory Therapy.

Minimum Work Experience

• Prior experience preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Current VT State license.
• Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (CRT).
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• RRT Certification preferred or plan in place to acquire.

Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Ability to apply critical thinking to all aspects of patient care.
• Willingness and ability to be on-call and work off-shifts (nights, weekend and holidays) and potentially cover shifts on short notice. (Must live within 30 minutes of the facility)
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills.
• Knowledge of respiratory care assessment and mechanical ventilation management.
• Working Knowledge of Respiratory Equipment
• Completion of clinical competencies and other required competencies.
• Able to provide expert level of direct clinical care.

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