Respiratory Therapist

4 weeks ago


Miami, Florida, United States University of Miami Full time

Job Summary:

The University of Miami is seeking a highly skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collect and analyze sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases.
  • Measure the lung capacity of patients to determine if there are any impairments.
  • Conduct tests, such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
  • Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and instruct patients on how to perform breathing exercises.
  • Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
  • Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient's condition.
  • Determine requirements for treatment such as type, method, and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medications and dosages.
  • Explain treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
  • Monitor patients' physiological responses to therapy.
  • Maintain charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
  • Inspect, clean, test, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Florida Department of Health Respiratory Therapy License.
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.

Benefits:

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Why Work at the University of Miami:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.


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