Hiring for RRT position in Robinson, IL 62454

Respiratory Therapist

Position:
Respiratory Therapist

Location:

Robinson, IL 62454 Shift - 6:00PM-6:30AM;
Rotating days- 1 week W, TH, F; 1 week M, T, W Duration - 13 weeks Gross Weekly - $1,916/ wk.

Start Date:

ASAP

• Monitoring patient physiological responses to therapy such as arterial blood gases, vital signs or blood chemistry, and lung function changes, and consulting with physicians if there are adverse reactions.
• Working as part of a team of health care professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures.
• Setting up and operating devices including therapeutic gas administration apparatus, mechanical ventilators, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
• Following specified parameters of treatment.
• Providing emergency care, such as external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, or assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Inspecting, testing, cleaning, and maintaining respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining charts that contain patient identification and therapy information.