Registered Respiratory Therapist III - Pediatric/Shawn Jenkins Hospital
Charleston, South Carolina
Registered Respiratory Therapist III - Pediatric/Shawn Jenkins Hospital
- R-0000008062
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Professional Care & Therapists
- Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists
- Full Time
Job Description Summary
Perform a variety of respiratory therapy modalities to patients with cardiac and pulmonary dysfunctionEntity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC000708 CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Pediatric (SJCH)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-28Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
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.
Multiple Positions Available:
Full-time and Part-time
Additional Job Description
Minimum Training and Education: Graduation from a program approved by CoArc (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) or a successor accrediting authority and two years of experience in respiratory care.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Licensed as a respiratory care practitioner by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulations Board of Medical Examiners. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
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