Respiratory Therapist RRT

at  Steward Health Care

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a professional member of the healthcare team who provides skilled respiratory care to newborns through geriatrics under the direction/orders of a physician. The RT assists in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases and related disorders in a professional and competent manner. The RT participates in providing patient and family education. The RT may assess a patient’s respiratory status and recommends appropriate therapy.
Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy or a Certificate of Completion from an AMA accredited program in Respiratory care is required.
Experience: 1 years of acute care experience care preferred.
Certification/Licensure: MA Respiratory Care licensure, completion of one general clinical practices credentialing examinations from the NBRC and hold a current CRT or a RRT, NRP (within 6 months of hire), BLS; PALS and ACLS preferred
Software/Hardware: Experience with Meditech is preferred.
Location: North · 0600.53500 CGS Respiratory Therapy
Schedule: Per Diem, As needed, variabl

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