About this role
St. Mary's Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At St. Mary's Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Per Diem, Days
POSITION SUMMARY
The respiratory therapists is responsible for providing pulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies & procedures. The RRT 2 is trained to work independently in either PEDIATRICS And or Trauma ICU.
• Sets-ups & monitors mechanical ventilators & BIPAP/CPAP machines & performs the associated critical duties required for such as airway management & tracheal suctioning. • Demonstrates critical care assessment skills, judgment, and decision making necessary for the trauma step down and trauma code. • Administers respiratory therapy procedures; understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
Education:
• Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program
Experience:
• 0 - 2 yrs
License:
• REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (Florida)
Certification:
• BLS/CPR (AMERICAN HEART ASSN) • ACLS (AMERICAN HEART ASSN) • PALS (AMERICAN HEART ASSN) WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE
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