Respiratory Therapist

OverviewSSM Health Rehabilitation HospitalA joint venture with Select Medical & SSM HealthOklahoma City, OKRespiratory Therapist (RT)PRN Night ShiftResponsibilitiesPosition SummaryPerforms basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.Job Duties Include:

Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.

Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.

Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.

Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes.

Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

Must possess "Active" credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent

BLScertificationrequired

Current state Licensure required

ACLS required upon hire

Preferred Experience

1 year of related experience preferred

Additional DataOverview of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation HospitalsSelect Medical’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:

Brain Injury

Spinal Cord Injury

Stroke

Amputation

Neurological Disorders

Orthopedic Conditions

Multiple Traumas

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law .Apply for this job (https://jobs-selectmedicalcorp.icims.com/jobs/307814/respiratory-therapist/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&iniframe=1&hashed=1374627814)Share this jobLocation US-OK-Oklahoma CityExperience (Years) 0Category Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory TherapistStreet Address 700 NW 7th StCompany SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital – Oklahoma CityPosition Type Per Diem-12 Hour Shift Nights