Travel ContractCardiopulmonary Respiratory Therapist
$1,610-2,270/week
Cardiopulmonary Respiratory Therapist
Lawton, Oklahoma
Memorial Health
$1,610-2,270/weekPosted 1 hour ago
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Respiratory Therapist - Oklahoma, Lawton
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
- Perform diagnostic tests such as pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gas analysis, and sleep studies
- Administer and monitor respiratory therapies including oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and inhalation therapy
- Educate patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and respiratory equipment use
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Stay current with developments in respiratory therapy to improve patient care
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Oklahoma
- Minimum 3 years of Respiratory Therapy experience in the Cardiopulmonary specialty
- At least 3 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including experience within the last year
Additional Information
- No prior travel experience required
About Lawton, OK
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
Transportation
- Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
- Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
- Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
- Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
- Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
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