Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NIGHT SHIFT (7pm - 7am)

Position Summary
Conducts EEG'S and Cerebral Silence EEG's following established department protocols, performs other non-invasive tests in Cardiology, EKG, Holter Monitor application and Vascular. Edits EKGs into Cardiology Management System.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:
1. Understands and adheres to the Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
2. Conducts EEG's and Cerebral Silence EEG's.
3. Conducts EKG's and Holter Monitor applications.
4. Transmit EKGs into the Cardiology Management System.
5. Edits and confirms EKGs into Cardiology Management System.
6. Identifies and conducts unassigned procedures without delegation.
7. Recognizes and reports any equipment malfunction.
8. Recognizes and reports any abnormal EEG and EKG findings.
9. Performs all other related duties as assigned.


Education and Experience Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED required
• One-year EEG school and/or one-year experience in performing EEG's.
• Registered EEG Technologist preferred or Registry eligible.
• Experience in other non-invasive procedures preferred.
Core Competencies
Flexibility, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Organized, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Stress Tolerance, Problem-Solving

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment
• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
• Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time.
• Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged period
• Frequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one (1) assist or assistive device/equipment
• Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions
• Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions
• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than thirty (30) minutes at a time.
• Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts
Primary Population Served


Check appropriate box(s) below:
• Neonatal (birth - 28 days) • Patients with exceptional communication needs
• Infant (29 days - less than 1 year) • Patients with developmental delays
• Pediatric (1 - 12 years) • Patients at end of life
• Adolescent (13 - 17 years) • Patients under isolation precautions
• Adult (18 - 64 years) • Patients with cultural needs
• Geriatric (> 65 years) • All populations
• Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities • Non-patient care population