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Respiratory Therapist
Kansas City, Missouri
[CLOSED] Kindred Hospital - Kansas City

$1,887-2,369/week
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Respiratory Therapist

Job Overview

  • Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
  • Location: Kansas City, Missouri
  • Employment type: Travel
  • Contract length: 12 weeks
  • Hours per week: 36

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Missouri
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (1 year of experience)
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association

Responsibilities

  • Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive procedures
  • Deliver medicated aerosols via medical compressed gas
  • Maintain airways
  • Perform ventilator management
  • Insert arterial lines
  • Assist with intubations
  • Perform pulmonary function studies
  • Perform cardiac and pulmonary stress tests
  • Obtain blood gases

About Kansas City, MO

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
Demographics
  • Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
  • There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
  • The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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