Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,163 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Gretna, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Title: Resp Care Practitioner Therapist Reg
Location: New Orleans, LA 70115
Term: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift 12 Hour
Min guarantee: 90% of shift offered

2 years - Neonatal experience required, dept is NICU

CRT | RRT | NICU Experience

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Education
Required - Associate's Degree

Certifications
Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
· Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
· Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
· Strong analytical skills.
· Strong interpersonal skills.

Job Duties
· Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
· Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
· Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
· Performs diagnostic procedures.
· Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
· Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
· Attends staff meetings.
· Other related duties as required.

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Talent Burst Job ID #25-43463. 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: Resp Care Practitioner Therapist Cert

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