Registered Respiratory Therapist II

Job Description Summary

Position has every other weekend requirement, and holidays as required.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000708 CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Pediatric (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Job Description

Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians.

Additional Job Description

Requires South Carolina RCP License ; preferred 2 years of critical care experience

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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