Registered Respiratory Therapist/PRN at MUSC Florence, SC

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Job Description Summary Registered Respiratory Therapist/PRN (Florence, SC) now available at MUSC Florence, SC! Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type​: PRN: Cost Center: CC001291 FLO - Respiratory Therapy / PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) - IP (FMC) Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Grade: Health-26 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8 Work Shift: Job Description: Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Education: AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Work Experience : 2-4 years is required Licenses/Certificates: · Licensed by the Board of Medicine to practice in the state of South Carolina · Current BLS cer...