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Respiratory Therapist - RRT - Long-Term Acute Care

Company: CareerStaff Unlimited
Location: Lake Worth
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

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Respiratory Therapist - RRT - Long-Term Acute Care
CareerStaff Unlimited is looking to hire a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a full-time opportunity in Lake Worth, Florida! This 6-week contract offers 12-hour night shifts. Qualified therapists will have at least 2 years of previous experience and must possess an "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent. In addition to our standard benefits, our healthcare professionals are preferred in a number of facilities and hospitals in the area. Apply today to learn more about this opportunity to work with a well-known organization!
Hourly compensation: $48

BENEFITS FOR THE RT RESPIRATORY THERAPIST:

  • Immediate openings
  • 24/7 answering service
  • Flexible schedules
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Weekly pay with direct deposit
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Referral bonuses


    MORE ABOUT THE RT RESPIRATORY THERAPY POSITION:
    CareerStaff Unlimited partners with companies nationwide to raise the bar in healthcare by settings new standards for quality care and personalized services. Responsibilities for this Registered Nurse opportunity include, but are not limited to:


  • Explain the purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to the patients, and provides necessary education upon discharge to home.


  • Conduct 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 to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation to the patient.


  • Perform chest physiotherapy by operating various equipment to promote secretion clearance.


  • Perform suctioning of the patient by various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal and tracheal).


  • Perform oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy.


  • Perform routine review of patient's chest x-rays to determine need for further evaluation.


  • Performs 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.


  • Performs pulmonary function studies according to policy (i.e. NIF, VC etc.)


    JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE RT RESPIRATORY THERAPIST:

  • 2 years of acute respiratory experience
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT with a valid license in Florida
  • Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent
  • BLS and ACLS issued through American Heart Association
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States


    ABOUT CAREERSTAFF UNLIMITED:
    CareerStaff Unlimited, LLC ("CareerStaff") is a leader in the delivery of workforce solutions and staffing services for the healthcare industry. Our mission is to connect our clients with talented healthcare professionals ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care. We serve our mission by leveraging a national network 25+ offices throughout the United States. CareerStaff's services include travel and per diem employment opportunities for nurses, therapists and pharmacists.
    Additionally, CareerStaff provides Managed Service Programs to hundreds of healthcare facilities nationally. By offering unparalleled customer service, unique placement opportunities, top pay and benefits and employment that meets the lifestyle requirements of our clinicians, CareerStaff attracts high quality clinicians who transition well to new environments and rapidly assimilate into facility teams.
    CareerStaff Unlimited is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA).

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    Lake Worth
    Other Info


  • Job City: LAKE WORTH
  • Shift: 7P-7A
  • Setting: Hospital
  • Order ID: 622909

Keywords: CareerStaff Unlimited, Palm Beach , Respiratory Therapist - RRT - Long-Term Acute Care, Healthcare , Lake Worth, Florida

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