Description
Respiratory Therapist Director-Missouri (1 hour from St. Louis)
24 Bed, Critical Access Hospital
Rate: Up to $40/hour (working Director)
Job Summary:
Administers respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Performs diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary system to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.
Oversees RT staff and all Respiratory operations including scheduling.
Works varied shifts, some weekends, and Holidays.
Reports to: Assistant Administrator
5 FTE’s
This is a working Director that does three 12 hour shifts a week.
Regulatory Requirements:
- Current state Respiratory Therapist Licensure
- Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy
- BLS
- ACLS
Language Skills:
- Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
- Additional languages preferred but not required.
Skills:
- Computer literate; comfortably uses mechanical ventilator, EKG machine, PFT machine.
Physical Demands:
- Able to lift objects up to 20 pounds. Has good vision and hearing.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.
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