Respiratory Therapist - Float

JOB SUMMARY The respiratory therapist will perform specific duties and responsibilities as outlined. Under medical supervision, the individual must be able to adapt to the particular area of assignment and be able to perform accordingly. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DELIVERS QUALITY CARE Integrate examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention to optimize outcomes. Optimize patient independence. Administer inhalants and aerosolized medications, perform bronchial hygiene, operate mechanical ventilators, deliver therapeutic gas administration, and perform hyperinflation modalities per established respiratory protocols. Perform cardiopulmonary and hemological diagnostic studies. PROMOTES SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT By complying with policies and procedures, rules, and regulations governing environment of care and patient safety. DETERMINES AND/OR FACILITATES DISCHARGE/DISCONTINUATION OF SERVICES By analyzing achievement of anticipated goals and expected outcomes, planning discharge/discontinuation, and providing appropriate home instruction, follow-up, or referral. RECORDS PATIENT SERVICES Document, date, and authenticate respiratory therapy examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcomes in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines. Bill for specific interventions provided. DEVELOPS AND ENHANCES PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS By participating in continuing education to maintain licensure, reviewing professional publications, and providing learning experiences for professional development. CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT By embracing change to achieve common goals, demonstrating willingness to provide service at other sites as necessary, investigating opportunities for new lines of services, contributing to the development of peers and promoting a positive work environment and by accomplishing related results as needed. COMPLIES WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS By understanding and adhering to current standards of practice for respiratory therapy, guide for professional conduct including the code of ethics and practice guidelines established by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Provides appropriate supervision to other healthcare professionals and coworkers. ENSURES OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT Complete preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer's instructions. Troubleshoot malfunctions. Call for repairs. PROTECTS PATIENT INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY By securing all information in confidential space, following facility confidentiality policy. CONTRIBUTES TO PI TEAM EFFORTS By assisting the Clinical Resource Specialist with data collection, monitoring, analyzing and reporting. QUALIFICATIONS Education Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required. Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred. Work Experience 1-2 years of experience required. Clinical experience in all areas of respiratory care preferred. Licenses / Certifications Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapy license required. BLS/CPR for a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required. For those working at the Specialty (LTACH) and Rehabilitation Hospital – Must obtain ACLS certification within six (6) months of employment, and maintain throughout employment. For those working in the Pediatric Hospital – Must obtain PALS certification within six (6) months of employment, and maintain throughout employment. EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Good Shepherd requires influenza (flu) vaccinations for all associates, licensed independent practitioners, contracted, agency and temporary employees, students and volunteers. Good Shepherd & GSPP Rehabilitation are drug free and tobacco free work environments. Candidates selected for employment may be subject to a drug screen test. EEO STATEMENT Good Shepherd is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr