Respiratory Therapist - RRT
Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Charles
Posted on: October 12, 2024
Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health St. Joseph
Hospital - St. CharlesWorker Type:PRNJob Highlights:
- Department: Respiratory Therapy
- Schedule: PRN, Night Shift
- Starting Pay: $31.00/hr (Offers are based on years of
experience and equity for this role.)
- Max Incentive Pay: $15.50
- Location: St. Joseph Hospital-St. CharlesAt SSM Health-St.
Joseph Hospital-St. Charles, we are committed to providing
exceptional care to our patients and fostering a supportive work
environment for our employees. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner,
you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality respiratory
care services to our patients.We are currently seeking a skilled
and dedicated individual to join our team on a day shift, PRN basis
offering self scheduling. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you
will play a vital role in providing respiratory therapy to our
patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Your
responsibilities will encompass assessing patients, administering
treatments, and monitoring their progress.Thank you for considering
SSM Health as your potential employer. We value your skills and
expertise and would be thrilled to have youIf you have a passion
for respiratory care and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, I
encourage you to apply for this position. Your expertise and
dedication will be highly valued at SSM Health-St. Joseph
Hospital-Lake St. Louis.Job Summary:Provides evaluation of and care
for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed
respiratory therapeutic services.Job Responsibilities and
Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of
treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
- Responsible for providing respiratory care services in
accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies
and procedures and guidelines.
- Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment.
Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs
advanced respiratory care modalities.
- Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications,
and treatment based on patient outcome.
- Educates the patient and family about the health condition and
provides information about community support groups and other
available programs.
- Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all
equipment. Participates in maintaining departmental inventory
levels for supplies and equipment. Processes equipment per
established cleaning/sterilization procedures.
- Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION
- Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and
education.EXPERIENCE
- No experience required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant use of speech to share information through oral
communication.
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing
0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near
(20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and
distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication,
distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning
machinery, etc.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects
weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting,
gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional driving.
- Rare crawling and running.Work Shift:Night Shift (United States
of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:8452000002 I-ChoiceScheduled
Weekly Hours:0SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM
Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. Benefits SSM
Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive
benefits package to fit their needs. -
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of
paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children
(pro-rated based on FTE). - Flexible Payment Options: -our
voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly
team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay -(fees
may apply) -before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: -we provide
upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team
members. -
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