Respiratory Therapist - Inpatient Rehab

Company: Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West
Location: West Orange
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Overview:Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Select MedicalWest Orange, NJ
Per-Diem, Respiratory Therapist (RT) $2000 SIGN-ON BONUS
Shift Availability Hours: 7am-7:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am, Monday-Friday and weekends shifts as wellSelf -Scheduling
Today, as the nation's largest single rehabilitation hospital, Kessler continues to define the field by providing the highly specialized care, advanced treatment and state-of-the-science technologies that enable individuals with spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, stroke, amputation, neurological disorders, cardiac, cancer rehab and orthopedic conditions to rebuild their lives.Responsibilities:Position Summary
Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.
Job Duties Include:

• Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.
• Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.
• Performs basic trach care including but not limited to routine and emergent trach tube changes.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications
  • Must possess "Active" credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent
  • BLS certiciation required
  • Current state Licensure required
  • ACLS required upon hire
    Preferred Experience
    • 1 year of related experience preferredAdditional Data:Overview of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals
      Select Medical's Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:
      • Brain Injury
      • Spinal Cord Injury
      • Stroke
      • Amputation
      • Neurological Disorders
      • Orthopedic Conditions
      • Multiple Traumas
        Select Medical is an organization that is passionate about safety for our patients and our team members. The Inpatient Rehabilitation Division conducts post-offer employment testing (POET) for a number of job titles including, but not limited to:
        • 
          Rehabilitation Assistant/Nursing Assistant
        • Nurse
        • Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
        • Environmental Services
        • Food and Nutrition Services
          POETS are completed as part of the onboarding process- to be completed before an employee's first day of work.
          **Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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