About this opportunity
MUSC lists this Registered Respiratory Therapist II opportunity in charleston, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Summary
Perform a variety of respiratory therapy modalities to patients with cardiac and pulmonary dysfunction Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Cost Center
CC CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Pediatric (SJCH) Pay Rate Type
Hourly Pay Grade
Health-27 Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Work Shift
Rotating (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
Education: AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensed by the Board of Medical Examiners of S.C.
Work Experience: > or =2 years
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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Worksite address
charleston, SC, 29408, US
Who can apply
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