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TRAVEL - RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$78,237 / year median in Virginia
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Unit Information:
RRT Location:
Henrico Doctors HospitalForest Address:
1602 Skipwith Road, Richmond VA General Information Tell us about the unit(s): Number of Beds- 430 Number of Staff 25 Type of staff: Day Shift 3/4 Night Shift
- 3 Patient Ratios normal floor assignment 20-25 treatments per round Type of equipment oxygen, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators, nebulizers, blood gas machines EMR
- Meditech Typical hiring profile Skill Set Most recruited for: Must have: candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
BIPAP/CPAP
Ventilators Arterial Blood Gases Best personalityFit:
Likes fast paced environmentREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Current RRT credential Current VA State License CurrentBLS & ACLS
Dress Code:
Scrub Color/Attire- Navy Blue Weekends and On call: Rotating weekends Call is preferable one 24 hour shift every 5-6 weeks #TB_HC Why TalentBurst?