Respiratory Therapist - Inpatient Rehab

Overview

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical

West Orange, NJ

(Float to other North Jersey campus as needed)

Per-Diem, Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Benefits of being a Respiratory Therapist with us:

• Rate of Pay $50.00 hr. + /weekend differentials
• Working with a great RT team
• Impact on patient care and their quality of life
• Flexible scheduling
• Advancement opportunities
• A network of over 50K employees nationwide with advancement/relocation opportunities

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)
• RRT certification is required for new therapists at this time. (Those that have practiced and been licensed in NJ can maintain their CRT status).
• BLS and ACLS certification required upon hire
• Current state license required
• Critical Care experience in a hospital setting is a plus!

Preferred Experience

• 1 year of related experience preferred

Additional Data

Today, as the nation's largest single acute medical 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 to rebuild their lives. Kessler's Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Division provides 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
• Respiratory Therapy
• 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.