Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Overview We are seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist, also referred to as our Respiratory Care Practitioner I (RCP I). The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed. Shift’s Available: Days: Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN) Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm Location: Providence Medical Center Kansas City, KS Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: - Competitive compensation - Medical insurance benefit plan - 401K Responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): - Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily - Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients - Set up, moni...