DIAGNOSTIC RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Performs diagnostic procedures and intraoperative monitoring on patients of all ages with a variety of need and physical abnormalities. Supervises the Following Positions Positions: N/A Physical Requirements The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities. The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50) Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations. May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease. May have to handle emergency situations. May be subject to irregular hours. May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns. May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents. Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting. Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously): Sitting- Frequently Walking- Frequently Standing- Frequently Bending-Frequently Squatting - Occasionally Climbing-Occasionally Kneeling-Occasionally Twisting-Frequently Must be able to see with corrective eye wear. Must be able to hear clearly with assistance Working Conditions Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. Works in various conditions. Performance: Essential Functions Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate. Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time. Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output and time utilization of job duties. Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry. Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement. Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy. Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions Demonstrates clinical competencies to perform cardiac stress testing. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of both normal and abnormal cardiac rhythm recognition. Assists with bronchoscopies while monitor patients’ response to procedure. Demonstrates ability and knowledge of pulmonary function values on the following age groups: -Children (2 weeks - 13 years) -Adolescents (13-18 years) -Adults (10-65 years) -Geriatrics (65+ years) Procures arterial blood gases. Performs EEG using the international 10-20 system or cap electrode set up on the following age groups: -Neonate (0-2 weeks) -Children (2 weeks - 13 years) -Adolescents (13-18 years) -Adults (10-65 years) -Geriatrics (65+ years) Recognizes wave changes during EEG. Performs intraoperative monitoring independently and recognizes wave changes during IOM. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of blood gas values. Evaluates patients’ response to procedures and discusses patient response/intervention with physician. Checks and inspects equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness. Adjusts equipment as necessary or reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. Completes documentation for respiratory procedures. Maintains current knowledge of clinical practices. Ensures that license or delegated authority is renewed in a timely manner. May enter/verify orders given by a provider Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Required High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program Experience N/A Certification/Licensure Required Texas RCP License Registered Respiratory Therapist Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date #J-18808-Ljbffr