RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, PER DIEM
Company: University of Miami
Location: Miami
Posted on: October 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Current Employees:If you are a current Staff, Faculty or
Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here
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please review this tip sheet
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.Location: UHealth Tower Shift: NightThe University of Miami Health
Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Night Shift Respiratory
Therapist - PRN (U) to work in UHealth Tower.CORE JOB SUMMARY:The
Respiratory Therapist - PRN (U) works as part of a team of
physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage
patient care by using a variety of testing techniques.
Additionally, the incumbent assists doctors in cardiac and
pulmonary research and facilitates the diagnosis of respiratory
disorders.CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:Assesses patient's overall status and
makes recommendations for care in order to more effectively treat
patient.Under the orders of a physician delivers therapeutic
modalities such as oxygen/humidity therapy, hyperinflation therapy,
and chest physiotherapy so that the goals of patient care plan may
be accomplished.Communicates information regarding patient's
clinical status to members of the health care team, supervisors,
and physicians accurately and promptly so that patient care goals
may be accomplished.This list of duties and responsibilities is not
intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other
duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE
QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate from a two (2) year program in Respiratory
Therapy is required.Current and Valid State of Florida Respiratory
Therapist license is required.Current and Valid BLS/CPR and ACLS
certifications are required.1 year of experience preferred.The
University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive
benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and
more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's
only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient
care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education
at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we
are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and
sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters
each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide
recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
We're the challenge you've been looking for.Patient safety is a top
priority. As a result, during the Influenza (the flu) season
(September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of
Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to
patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where
patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care
areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet
this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of
employment.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are
protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected
by Federal law. Click here
(https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional
information.Job Status:Part timeEmployee
Type:Temporary-IntermittentPay Grade:H11
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