RESPIRATORY THERAPIST-PRN

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Job description

Fall River Health Services is looking for Respiratory Therapist to work PRN. The practice of respiratory care encompasses activities in diagnostic evaluation, therapy and education of the patient, family and public. These activities are supported by education, research, and administration.

Responsibilities:

Ability to perform the following diagnostic activities, including but are not limited to:

Acquiring and evaluating clinical data
Assessing the cardiopulmonary status of patients
Performing and assisting in the performance of prescribed diagnostic studies, such as obtaining blood gas samples and pulmonary function testing
Evaluating date to assess the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory care
Establishing therapeutic goals for patients with cardiopulmonary disease
Participating in the development and modification of respiratory care plans
Performing case management of patients with cardiopulmonary and related diseases
Initiating prescribed respiratory care treatments/evaluations, evaluating and monitoring patient responses to such therapy, and modifying the prescribed therapy to achieve the desired therapeutic objectives
Providing patient and family education
Promoting cardiopulmonary wellness, disease prevention and disease management
Participating in life support activities as required and promoting evidence-based medicine, research and clinical practice guidelines

The average Salary for this position is $25.00- 31.00 an hour depending on years of experiences.

Education/Experience/Licensure:
• A graduate of an accredited respiratory program with current South Dakota License.
• Current CPR certification.
• Two years critical care, long-term care or home health experience preferred.

Fall River Health Services (FRHS) is a comprehensive healthcare system, which services Fall River County and the surrounding areas in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We are comprised of a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, 24-hour Emergency Department, Seven Sisters Living Center (LTC), in-house Rural Health Clinic plus ancillary services. We provide for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the individual, family, and significant others. We are committed to our patients, residents, employees and our community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees. Compensation is based upon your experience and qualifications. Full time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefit package including medical ($90/month premium for single person and $500 annual deductible), vision, dental and much more!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour

Schedule:
12 hour shift
8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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