Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem, Nights

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The University of Miami Health Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist.

SUMMARY

The  Respiratory Therapist – PRN (U) works as part of a team of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by using a variety of testing techniques. Additionally, the incumbent assists doctors in cardiac and pulmonary research and facilitates the diagnosis of respiratory disorders.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Assesses patient’s overall status and makes recommendations for care in order to more effectively treat patient. Under the orders of a physician delivers therapeutic modalities such as oxygen/humidity therapy, hyperinflation therapy, and chest physiotherapy so that the goals of patient care plan may be accomplished. Communicates information regarding patient’s clinical status to members of the health care team, supervisors, and physicians accurately and promptly so that patient care goals may be accomplished.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS  

• Graduate from a two (2) year program in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Current and Valid State of Florida Respiratory Therapist license is required.
• Current and Valid BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications are required.
• 1 year of experience preferred.                                                                                                       

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary-Intermittent

Pay Grade:

U11