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*Job summary: *Under the supervision of the Critical Care Director, Medical Director and Respiratory Department Manager, the *Respiratory Therapist* is responsible for providing Respiratory Care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures*.*
*Job Duties/Responsibilities:*
* Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery
* Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
* Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning
* Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure
*Benefits for full and part time employees:*
* Challenging and rewarding work environment
* Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
* Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
* 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
* Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program
* Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
* More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: *benefits.uhsguest.com *
If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Michelle Lopez-Reyes, Recruiter @ michelle.lopezreyes@uhsinc.com.
*Qualifications*
* Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
* Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
* 5 years of verifiable experience
* BLS and ACLS certification.
* PALS, NRP, Blood Gas Technologist certified within 90 days.
* NICU experaince, 2 years or more preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.25 - $58.73 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Relocation assistance
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person