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MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
Regular
Job Highlights:
Department: Respiratory Therapy
- Schedule: Full Time, Night Shift, 7:00pm – 7:00am, every 3rd weekend
- Starting Pay: $30.91/hr (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.)
- Shift Differentials: Available for evening, night, weekend, and additional shifts
- Location: Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital is renowned for its exceptional pediatric care and commitment to improving the lives of children. As a Respiratory Therapist Lead at Cardinal Glennon, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young patients and their families.
In addition to the rewarding nature of the work, we are pleased to offer a generous sign-on bonus of $20,000 for qualified candidates who join our team. This sign-on bonus is a testament to our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent like yourself.
As a Respiratory Therapist Lead at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, you will be responsible for providing respiratory care to pediatric patients, assessing their needs, and implementing appropriate treatment plans. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our young patients.
**Sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available for you.**
Job Summary:
Leads assigned staff in performing activities or tasks in respiratory care.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads or coordinates shift operations of assigned activities, resources, and/or associates.
- Serves as a technical or clinical resource and performs similar duties with staff.
- Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and/or procedures.
- Oversees and evaluates orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance.
- May perform the duties of a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- Must be able to provide initial assistance for those needing emergency intervention.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.
EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional driving.
- Rare crawling and running.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- And
- Respiratory Care Practitioner, Registered - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- And
- Respiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Or
- Respiratory Temp Permit - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- And
- Respiratory Care Practitioner - Oklahoma Medical Board
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- And
- Respiratory Care Practitioner - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)
Employee
4302000010 Respiratory Therapy
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
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