Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc.
Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem - OLF
Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., North Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02911
Overview
The Respiratory Therapist provides care by order of a physician or through protocols approved by the Medical Staff to patients with heart and lung ailments such as cardiac failure, asthma, pulmonary edema, emphysema, COPD, cerebral thrombosis, drowning, hemorrhage, shock, respiratory distress, and post‑op life support. The Respiratory Therapist helps in restoring adequate ventilation and cardiopulmonary function to patients suffering from cardiopulmonary arrest. Respiratory therapists are also responsible for monitoring patients and their responses to therapy being administered. By use of protocols the therapist modifies or discontinues the patient’s therapy plan as appropriate. The therapist also provides education to patients, their families and other co‑workers as needed. Must meet per diem requirements set by management. Education & Credentials
Education: Associate Degree in Applied Science preferred. Completion of NBRC RRT or CRT credentialing required. Licensure
Current RI RCP licensure required. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Location
Rhode Island, United States Salary
$50.00–$60.00 per hour (approx.) Additional Information
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The Respiratory Therapist provides care by order of a physician or through protocols approved by the Medical Staff to patients with heart and lung ailments such as cardiac failure, asthma, pulmonary edema, emphysema, COPD, cerebral thrombosis, drowning, hemorrhage, shock, respiratory distress, and post‑op life support. The Respiratory Therapist helps in restoring adequate ventilation and cardiopulmonary function to patients suffering from cardiopulmonary arrest. Respiratory therapists are also responsible for monitoring patients and their responses to therapy being administered. By use of protocols the therapist modifies or discontinues the patient’s therapy plan as appropriate. The therapist also provides education to patients, their families and other co‑workers as needed. Must meet per diem requirements set by management. Education & Credentials
Education: Associate Degree in Applied Science preferred. Completion of NBRC RRT or CRT credentialing required. Licensure
Current RI RCP licensure required. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Location
Rhode Island, United States Salary
$50.00–$60.00 per hour (approx.) Additional Information
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North Providence, RI .
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