(rrt) Respiratory Therapist (per Diem/night)

Jefferson Health

Turnersville, New Jersey, United States of America
Base: $33.52 to $47.78 hourly; bonus/equity: not s...
Administer oxygen and respiratory medication
Monitor mechanical ventilation patients
Perform abgs and pfts
The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy procedures to examine, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and pulmonary disorders

Job Summary

  • The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy procedures to examine, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and pulmonary disorders.
  • Jefferson Health is a nationally ranked not-for-profit health care system serving millions of encounters annually across 32 hospital campuses.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance for eligible colleagues.

Matching Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy procedures to examine, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and pulmonary disorders.

Salary

Base: $33.52 to $47.78 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oxygen and respiratory medication
  • Monitor mechanical ventilation patients
  • Perform ABGs and PFTs
  • Collect and analyze patient specimens
  • Document patient care activities

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience preferred
  • ACLS certification preferred
  • NALS certification preferred
  • Team collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Care
  • Associate's/2-year degree required
  • Licensed by State Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
  • Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support/BLS
  • Registered by NBRC within 2 years if not already certified

Work Rights

Not specified

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