Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric Intensive Care – (RRT – PICU)

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric Intensive Care – (RRT – PICU)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $1350.00

Must be a graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Therapy program with an Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Collaborates with nursing staff, physicians and other appropriate personnel in order to provide appropriate, timely and efficient respiratory care. Provides ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains life support equipment. Coordinates patient care in conjunction with nursing and other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards.
2 years experience. 50-mile radius rule. No more than a 3-month work history gap in the last year.

Required Qualifications
FLU and COVID-19: All travelers must be completely vaccinated PRIOR TO START. There are no exceptions.
RRT or CRT – required
ACLS – required
BLS – required
NRP – required
PALS – required
Licensed in the state of Missouri.

Preferred Qualifications
N/A

Facility Location
America’s “Gateway to the West,” St. Louis is best known for its landmark skyscraper arch and as the home of Anheuser-Busch. Stroll downtown along the banks of the Mississippi, browse quaint boutiques and galleries or get into the spirit of the city at a ballgame. Travelers relish the warmth and ambiance of this historical city, as well as the excellent travel assignments at its top medical facilities.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Free Private Housing
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
AMN Healthcare is a leader in allied healthcare staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities – including hospitals, home health agencies, school systems, and long-term care facilities – enable us to offer the most current temporary therapy positions and medical imaging jobs. And our traveler customer service is among the best in the industry. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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