About this opportunity
Accolade Health Care LLC. lists this Respiratory Therapist - Weekends Only opportunity in pontiac, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accolade Healthcare
Respiratory Therapist
WEEKENDS ONLY
Pay Rate: $65-$70 per hour
Based on experience and credentials
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and additional other voluntary benefits
401k with company match
Generous Paid Leave Policy
Free uniforms after hire
Daily Pay partner
Newly renovated breakrooms - fully stocked beverages
Monthly Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations
About Us
At Accolade Healthcare, we put an emphasis on the satisfaction of our team members, understanding that a foundation built on quality patient care starts with the people providing the care. Our goal is to care for our staff with respect, empathy, and appreciation. Providing our professional staff with safe and efficient equipment to complete their mission is our priority. Accolade is committed to never being satisfied with industry norms and standards – instead, always searching for creative methods to equip our team with the tools necessary to achieve success.
Job Summary
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in promoting and restoring patients' health. Your responsibilities include respiratory assessments, monitoring, clinical intervention for patients under our care. This role is designed for a Respiratory Therapist who is confident working independently, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and assisting in the reduction of avoidable hospital readmissions.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a Respiratory Therapist, your responsibilities include:
Provide quality patient evaluation
Provide thorough medical record evaluation
Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of respiratory function possible within the confines of his/her physical condition
Evaluate, treat, and care for residents with respiratory problems including but not limited to those with tracheostomies including the administration of bland aerosols and suctioning
Evaluate resident care and resident outcomes as they relate to respiratory care; analyze outcomes and make recommendations for changes in the plan of care based upon the analysis
Recommend and/or provide appropriate treatment and preventative measures to prevent decline in resident's respiratory function
Management and weaning of supplemental oxygen
Management and weaning of trachs
Assist with pulmonary rehab modalities
Perform all aspects of direct respiratory patient care
Provide appropriate resident or caregiver education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of respiratory function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
Operate respiratory care equipment safely and effectively
Participate in providing staff education
Maintain appropriate respiratory supply stock
Assist nursing staff when required
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills
To excel as a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT), you will need:
Required Qualifications
Active CRT or RRT credentials
Active license in good standing with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
CPR certified required; ACLS preferred
Experience in Long Term Care is preferred
Experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a Home Health, LTACH, or any sub-acute setting is a plus
This position is not a remote position
Skills
Exceptional clinical skills, bedside manner, infection control, and physiological knowledge.
Proficiency in administering medication and maintaining health promotion and maintenance.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills with the ability to work effectively in a medical team.
Multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities.
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Worksite address
pontiac, IL, 61764, US
Who can apply
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