Respiratory Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Company: Select Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton
Location: Denton
Posted on: June 23, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:
Select Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton
*A Select Medical Hospital*
Denton, TEXAS
Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem
Responsibilities:
Position Summary
Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by
the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory
care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a
competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment
skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate
patient care needs.
Job Duties Include:
Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal
intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's
respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and
ancillary staff.
Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative
forms of therapy according to patient need.
Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction
of the physician.
Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and
emergent trach tube changes.
Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside
assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte
balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions
as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess "Active" credential from the National Board of
Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent
BLS certiciation required
Current state Licensure required
ACLS required upon hire
Preferred Experience
1 year of related experience preferred
Additional Data:
Overview of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals
Select Medical's Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide
advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the
medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for
individuals with:
Brain Injury
Spinal Cord Injury
Stroke
Amputation
Neurological Disorders
Orthopedic Conditions
Multiple Traumas
**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects
diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees
are treated during employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or
mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected under applicable law.
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