Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Evenings

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Full Time Evenings

ID: #26-289

Position Summary To perform cardiopulmonary and neurological diagnostic studies and provide pulmonary therapeutic modalities for assigned inpatients and outpatients at Williamson Health. Position Requirements Earned a Cardio Respiratory Care diploma or degree from a college or university; RRT only. Registered/Certified by the NBRC or 1 year of Respiratory Care experience. Tennessee State license with ABG endorsed. NRP, PALS, ACLS certified within 6 months of hire. BLS within 90 days of hire. Workplace Experience: Patient Care Delivery Equipment and Skills Training: Network Computer System; Blood Gas Machine; Pulse Oximetry; IPPB Machine; Adult, Pediatric, & Infant Ventilators; EKG Machine; Holter Monitor; CPAP/BiPAP; PFT Machines; Bronchoscope; Infant Intubation; Meditech OE System. Physical Environment: Office and all areas pertinent to Respiratory Therapy. Physical Effort Communicates in English both verbally and in writing. Able to stand and walk for up to twelve hours a day. Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs. Performance Standards Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients utilizing skills of observation, communication, and examination; including data from patient, family, and other members of the healthcare team. Plans for the patient's care on an individual basis, identifying problems/needs, standards of care/practice, interventions consistent with identified problems and attainable outcomes. Safely administers and documents medications and patient's response to medications according to established procedures as evidenced by lack of errors or patterns. Reports abnormal findings or critical values according to established policy. Reassesses patient's condition, evaluates response, communicates as necessary to the care team, recommends alternate interventions for respiratory care to Provider, documents accurately and timely, and modifies plan of care accordingly. Plans for patient teaching, discharge, and post-discharge needs as appropriate for the patient population, and delivers education to patients and family as appropriate. Functions independently with treatments, procedures, and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency-based assessment with no pattern or trend of problem. Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family. Monitors and maintains equipment and supplies. Verifies equipment is working properly and supply stock is appropriate. Initiates and maintains adjunct airways/edited orders documented with correct changes. Facilitates staff development – including assisting with orientation and training of respiratory personnel and accepting charge responsibilities and assigns staff with consideration of patient condition and care requirement. Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications and departmental educational programs and in‑services. Benefits Summary PTO Retirement Matching FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) Identity Theft Protection Legal Aid EEO Statement Williamson Health is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer. WH does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. WH also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. WH complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), and applicable state law, and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for qualified applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job. Hire may be contingent upon a post‑offer medical examination and skill and agility tests, as appropriate for the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr RadNet, Inc.