Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,575 per week

Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 21 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Requirements: 26-week contracts with guaranteed 48 hours/week. Previous work in Children's only hospital preferred

Required: RNs must have one year of inpatient experience minimum in the related department with the trauma level shown below                
Required: One year of travel experience is preferred but will consider six months’ travel                
Required: All Candidates are expected to Float as needed.

Job Title: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

Location: Not specified

Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the Respiratory Care Practitioner will provide services for the Respiratory Therapy Department in a timely and efficient manner for all appropriate age levels and in all areas served by the department. Responsibilities include administering therapeutic treatments, recording treatment information, performing diagnostic testing, and maintaining respiratory equipment. The practitioner will also act as a resource for medical staff and participate in quick response teams for cardiac and respiratory arrests.

Required Qualifications:
• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program
• Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association upon hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 3 months of hire
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential within 12 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:
• Two (2) years of respiratory care experience in a critical care setting

Additional Information:
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures and equipment
• Clinical decision-making skills related to pulmonary and cardiac systems
• Ability to interpret patient needs and provide age-appropriate care
• Strong interpersonal and stress management skills
• Basic computer skills

RightSourcing IHS Job ID #37521580. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist