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Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | PRN

Medical University of South Carolina

Location
Onsite (MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, California)
Employment
Part-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 2 days ago

About the Role

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer cardiopulmonary therapies and maintain airways for patients in respiratory distress. This role involves providing critical care across various patient ages and may include cross-trained diagnostic duties.

Skills

Respiratory therapy Cardiopulmonary therapeutic modalities Airway maintenance Mechanical ventilation BLS ACLS PALS EEG EKG Stress testing Sleep studies

Full job details

Job Description Summary

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Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

PRN

Cost Center

CC001543 LAN - Respiratory Therapy (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

The RCP will be responsible for administering Cardiopulmonary therapeutic modalities to patients of all ages; maintain airways of patients with respiratory arrest, administer adequate ventilation via ambu or mechanical ventilation in the patients who cannot effectively ventilate for themselves. May be cross-trained to other duties within the CPS department but outside the normal curriculum of respiratory care. (Ex. EEG, EKG, Stress testing, Sleep Studies)

PRN Status Clause:

This is a PRN as-needed position, you must be available to work at least 12 hours bi-weekly, as needed according to departmental demands. You may be required to work additional hours if requested by your supervisor to accomplish work objectives. Work hours may vary (increase or decrease) depending on the needs of the unit.

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduate of an accredited college for Respiratory Therapy.

License/Certification: Respiratory Therapist credentialed by the NBRC as an RRT or awaiting NBRC exam and possess a current South Carolina licensure. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.

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

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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