Building Name: CVPH - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
Location Address: 75 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh New York
Regular
Department: CVPH - Respiratory Therapy
Full Time
Standard Hours: 36
Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72
Shift: Night
Primary Shift: 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM
Weekend Needs: Every Other
Salary Range: Min $39.73 Mid $48.67 Max $57.61
Recruiter: Cindy Reichard
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Registered Respiratory Therapists deliver both routine and critical care services for the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory dysfunction, including, but not limited to oxygen and aerosol therapy, respiratory care treatments, pulmonary diagnostic procedures, airway management, ventilator management, patient assessment and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The Registered Respiratory Therapist works independently in all areas of the hospital. They take an active role in planning departmental operations as needed.
Registered Respiratory Therapists provide the practice of the profession of respiratory therapy, which is undertaken pursuant to the direction of a duly licensed physician. This is defined as the performance of Cardio-Pulmonary evaluation, respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and education of the patient, family and public. Registered respiratory therapists may supervise respiratory therapy technicians and respiratory students in the practice of the profession. They take a decision-making role in planning patient care assignments, developing department direction and overseeing operations with recommendations provided.
Education/Skills Required:
As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.
We are offering to eligible candidates a $10,000 sign on bonus. Subject to applicable tax withholdings. Certain terms and conditions apply.
Eligible candidates will receive a relocation package of up to $6,000. Additional terms and conditions apply.
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This is a bargaining union position.
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