Respiratory Therapist-Per Diem

Administers respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system under the supervision of the physician and by prescription.;RequirementsPost-secondary training or equivalent experience1-3 years experienceRespiratory Care Practitioner - NHDegree/Diploma/CertificateCPR certified within 90 days of hireNationally recognized credential (CRT, RRT)Major ResponsibilitiesPerforms all functions within the scope of practice as ordered by the physician.Monitors environmental and life support systems.Observes patients; checks equipment and makes changes as necessary during patient rounds.Performs emergency care.Assists physicians as directed.Maintains established departmental policies; procedures; objectives and quality assurance.