Job Description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Contract/Travel - Up to $2,600/wk for experienced Therapists
Must Have Infant to Teen Age and Trach Experience!

Connected Health Care is searching for a strong Registered Respiratory Therapist to join a long term care and disability services facility near Fargo North Dakota. If you are an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking to travel, this may be the opportunity for you!
& Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Employment Type: Travel

JOB DUTIES:

• Reviews physicians orders, analyzes patients diagnostic test results and provides appropriate therapy based on the patients current clinical condition. If appropriate, implements approved protocols as directed by physician.
• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy; prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.
• Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner. Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.
• Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used, and accurately files all corresponding charges. Reports outcomes of therapeutic interventions and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Adheres to established policies within the BSWH system including but not limited to: infection control and isolation policies, HIPPA, time and attendance, and social media.
• Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals, and students.
• Takes responsibility and initiative to understand and complete any professional or technical requirements set by Baylor Scott and White leadership.
• Incorporates principles continuous quality improvement in all of aspects of clinical care, identifying opportunities as appropriate.
• Maintain knowledge of current RT practice and current healthcare information. Fulfills and maintains continuing educations requirements as deemed by the State of Texas Health and Human Services.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• General understanding of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies and medications
• Must be able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate
• General knowledge of computers including but not limited to: typing, electronic documentation, hand held scanner and email
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Team player with patient focused attitude

1 year of experience, BLS and national and state certification are required.

If you are interested in hearing more about this great opportunity, please contact:

Meredith Lusby - Account Manager
(512) \xc2\x96 887 \xc2\x96 3552

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Connected Health