Certified Respiratory Therapist 1 Full Time
Certified Respiratory Therapist 1 Full Time
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The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for Full Time Certified Respiratory Therapist 1.
Up to $5000 Sign On Bonus
CORE JOB SUMMARY:
The Respiratory Therapist Certified 1 (U) assists in the diagnosis treatment and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. The incumbent collects and analyzes sputum blood and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen carbon dioxide and other gases. The Respiratory Therapist Certified 1 (U) measures the lung capacity of patients to determine if there are any impairments.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Conducts tests such as electrocardiograms stress testing and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients cardiopulmonary functions.
2. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and instructs patients on how to perform breathing exercises.
3. Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators therapeutic gas administration apparatus environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
4. Reads prescriptions measures arterial blood gases and reviews patient information to assess patients condition.
5. Determines requirements for treatment such as type method and duration of therapy precautions to be taken and medications and dosages.
6. Explains treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
7. Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques.
8. Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy.
9. Maintains charts that contain patients pertinent identification and therapy information.
10. Inspects cleans tests and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
11. Adheres to University and unitlevel policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be allinclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent
Florida Department of Health Certified Respiratory Therapy License
BLS ACLS and PALS
No experience required
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealthUniversity of Miami Health System South Floridas only universitybased health system provides leadingedge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and subspecialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H9Employment Type
Full-Time
