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The University of Miami/UHealth has exciting opportunities for Respiratory Therapists. The Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis treatment and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. An employee in this position collects and analyzes sputum blood and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen carbon dioxide and other gases. The Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of patients to determine if there are any impairments. Conducts tests such as electrocardiograms stress testing and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients cardiopulmonary functions. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and instructs patients on how to perform breathing exercises. Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators therapeutic gas administration apparatus environmental control systems and aerosol generators. Reads prescriptions measures arterial blood gases and reviews patient information to assess patients condition. Determines requirements for treatment such as type method and duration of therapy precautions to be taken and medications and dosages. Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques. Inspects cleans tests and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be allinclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Licensing/Certifications:
Valid Florida State License at the RRT Level BLS and ACLS certifications required
Experience:
Minimum of one 1 year relevant work experience
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.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result during the Influenza (the flu) season (September through April) the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
h85Full-Time