Respiratory Therapist New Rates and Bonus Location:

Dunn Loring, VA Company:

August Healthcare at Iliff Exceptional Care within an

Atmosphere of Luxury Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our team at August Healthcare at Iliff. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide accurate patient evaluation, testing, diagnostics, and monitoring under medical direction to ensure quality patient care. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and have a strong foundation in respiratory therapy, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Recognize and understand diseases process as well as the psychological and physiological aspects and needs of patients and families Perform respiratory care assessment of patients in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner to assure the delivery of effective therapy Monitor patient's rehabilitation goals for appropriateness and consistency of therapy Provide ongoing care to patients requiring oxygen therapy, artificial airway management, mechanical ventilation, and weaning, among others, according to N.B.R.C., AARC, and department policy and procedure Perform diagnostic procedures in accordance with physician orders, such as sputum collection and arterial blood gases, following N.B.R.C. safety standards and department policy and procedure Administer respiratory related medication to the tracheobronchial tree according to physician orders, N.B.R.C., AARC standards, and department policy and procedures Accurately document in the medication administration records (MARS) the administration of medication according to physician orders

Requirements/Qualifications:

Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Respiratory Therapy Program N.B.R.C. and state license credential Competent in the clinical performance, analysis, and understanding of diagnostic procedures Ability to recognize and understand diseases process as well as the psychological and physiological aspects and needs of patients and families Must be able to handle average-weight objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day

Benefits:

$47 - $50 HOURLY

• Join our team and experience the August Healthcare at Iliff difference. If you are passion about delivering exceptional patient care and have a strong foundation in respiratory therapy, please apply today. How to

Apply:

To apply, please submit your application to [insert instructions]. We look forward to hearing from you!