CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist at UAB St. Vincent's

Pell City, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Respiratory Therapy, Patient Assessment, Care Plan Development, Monitoring, Emergency Response, Patient Education, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Overview Sign-on Bonus: Up to $6,000 Department: Respiratory Schedule: Full-time nights & PRN shifts Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's St. Clair Benefits for Eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more What You Will Do Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis. Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities. Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes. Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs. Assist with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participate in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Processe equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures. Respond to emergency resuscitation team calls What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Alabama Board of Respiratory Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Certified Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. About UAB St. Vincent’s UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.

Responsibilities

The Certified Respiratory Therapist will evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, developing and implementing care plans based on patient assessments. They will also monitor patient conditions and respond to emergency resuscitation team calls.