Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,908 per week

Company: Aureus Medical Group - Cardiopulmonary
Location: Saint Charles
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Aureus Medical Group - Cardiopulmonary is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Saint Charles, Missouri.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel
  Estimated payment breakdown-$1836.00-$1908.00/wk*-$540.00-$612.00 in weekly taxable income-$15.00/hr-$17.00/hr*Estimate assumes an 12 hour shift. Hourly rate may change based on shift length.-$1296.00 in non-taxable stipend*Actual amount subject to eligibility and seasonal/annual adjustmentsRespiratory Therapist provides quality patient care providing intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Evaluates patient and recommends a treatment plan.\n \nExplains purpose and procedure of treatments tests and equipment to the patients and provides necessary education upon discharging to home.\n \nConducts physician prescribed treatments of a routine nature operating various ventilatory equipment both invasive and non-invasive various oxygen and aerosol devices and various nebulizer devices in order to administer prescribed medications humidification ventilation and oxygenation to the patient.\n \nPerforms chest physiotherapy by operating various equipment to promote secretion clearance.\n \nPerforms suctioning of the patient by various methods oropharyngeal nasal and tracheal.\n \nPerforms oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy.\n \nPerforms routine review of patient's chest x-rays to determine need for further evaluation.\n \nPerforms 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.\n \nPerforms pulmonary function studies according to policy i.e. NIF VC etc.\n \nAssists with procedures relating to respiratory care according to policy i.e. Bronchoscopy Perc Trachs Chest Tube placement etc..\n \nPerforms adequate drainage of chest via PleurX catheter or similar device where applicable.\n \nPerforms tracheostomy care according to policy including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes emergent and non-emergent.\n \nPerforms arterial puncture according to policy and is able to determine efficiency of ventilation as well as monitoring recording and reporting of test results.\n \nFor hospitals with moderate complexity labs: Follows all policies and procedures related to laboratory testing including: specimen handling use of equipment documentation and reporting of results quality controls and maintenance to include: Pre-analytic Analytic and Post-analytic phases of testing.\n \nPerforms cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.\n \nPerforms insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system.\n \nPerforms set-up self-test on all ventilatory equipment as required and operates maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation on various types of equipment.\n \nAssists in facilitating preventative maintenance and repair of equipment as needed.\n \nRecords all pertinent information of treatments and patient response to treatments on respiratory care records and patient chart including pre and post-assessment according to policy.\n \nCommunicates with attending and pulmonary physician's concerning the efficiency of therapy administered to the patient.\n \nReports all necessary information in hands-off communication during walking rounds for shift-to-shift.\n \nMaintains accurate respiratory therapy charging including data entry verification and correction of errors.\n \nPerforms other duties as assigned.Position: TherapistSpecialty/Modality: Respiratory TherapyLicenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Respiratory Therapist-MissouriPhysical Abilities: From 50-100lbsFor the most prompt response, please APPLY ONLINE.As always, there is never a fee for candidates to utilize our services.Aureus Medical Group - Cardiopulmonary Job ID #774-24-2803725. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CRT/RRT - DAYS - LTACAbout Aureus Medical Group - CardiopulmonaryRewarding Careers. Experiences of a Lifetime.
  At Aureus Medical Group--, we do more than connect you with a career opportunity. We help you create your ideal lifestyle. For more than 35 years we've helped healthcare professionals embark on journeys, scale mountains, and discover new spaces, places, and faces. We're dedicated to your success, your dreams, and your adventures.
  As a travel healthcare professional with Aureus, you'll have the whole package - outstanding benefits, one-to-one personal service, 24/7 contact, and an recruiter who specializes in your area of specialty. With thousands of available travel jobs across the country, we're sure to have the right fit for you.
  When it comes to your career, Aureus will take you places. Let's get started!
  

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