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Circadia Health · 21 hours ago

Per Diem Respiratory Therapist

Brooklyn, NY

Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$55/hr - $60/hr

1+ years exp

Circadia Health is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join their innovative healthcare team. This role involves evaluating patients with respiratory conditions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care.

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Responsibilities

Evaluate patients with respiratory conditions in a skilled nursing facility setting, develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, provide respiratory therapy treatments, administer medications and oxygen therapy, perform diagnostic tests (spirometry, arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing), monitor patients’ vital signs and response to therapy, and provide emergency care such as CPR and airway management

Set up, operate, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment (mechanical ventilators, CPAP machines, etc), inspect, test, and clean equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation, troubleshoot and resolve equipment problems, and order repairs as needed

Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage patient care, communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members, and educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques and disease management

Maintain accurate and complete patient records, follow specified treatment parameters, adhere to facility policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards of practice

Participate in orientation and continuing education programs, stay updated on the latest developments in respiratory care, and contribute to the professional development of yourself and facility staff

Demonstrate safe working practices, use appropriate protective equipment, participate in quality improvement programs, and identify and correct safety hazards in the work environment

Qualification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)Pulmonary function knowledgeRespiratory therapy equipment proficiencyAnatomyPhysiology knowledgeEMR competenceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamwork ability