Respiratory Therapist Traveler

Job overview

Respiratory Therapist Traveler at SSM Health in Jefferson City, MO. This is an onsite position with a night shift schedule. Compensation is not specified. This role provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients, administering prescribed respiratory therapeutic services. It involves assessing patients, developing care plans, implementing treatments, monitoring patient conditions, and educating patients and families.

What you'll do

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition.
• Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment.
• Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment.
• Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.
• Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Associate’s Degree in a Respiratory Therapy or equivalent years of experience and education

Experience

One year experience

Skills & competencies

respiratory therapist

traveler

ssm health

jefferson city mo

night shift

part time

12-week contract

healthcare

allied health

registered respiratory therapist

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid Parental Leave, Flexible Payment Options, Upfront Tuition Coverage

About the employer

SSM Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals. Sector: 62.