Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking two full-time Respiratory Therapists to join our growing hospital and clinic network at Pullman Regional Hospital!

Important Work Location Note: This role is based entirely on-site at Pullman Regional Hospital (Pullman, WA)

Our Respiratory Therapists administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care modalities and life support to patients with deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiorespiratory system, under the supervision of the physician and by prescription. We serve all populations from neonatal patients to elderly patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Planning and Prioritizing

Plans patient care by using Respiratory Therapy protocol, providing a continuity of care during hospitalization and before discharge. Demonstrates the ability to reprioritize therapy to achieve better results and make necessary modifications in therapeutic procedures based on patient response.

Information Gathering

Reviews and interprets data in the patient record including history, lab results, radiological studies, progress notes, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring. Assesses patient’s overall cardiopulmonary status by auscultation to determine: breath sounds, heart sounds, dysrhythmias, murmurs and bruits, and blood pressure. Evaluates patient’s cardiopulmonary status by inspection of general appearance, capillary refill, chest configuration, breathing pattern, character of cough, and sputum.

Decision-Making

Determines appropriateness of and participates in developing and recommending modifications to respiratory care plan.

Communication

Actively initiates and participates in communication to assure effective delivery of respiratory care. Communicates with patients and significant others in an open and respectful manner.

Technical Proficiency

Demonstrates the ability to maintain skills in areas of low volume and high risk activities. Demonstrates willingness to learn new techniques and use new equipment. Check all equipment and corrects malfunctions.

Teamwork

Communicates relevant information to other members of the healthcare team. Participates in solving team issues in a constructive manner.

Quality

Identifies areas to be considered for improvement in the quality of service and participates in the quality improvement effort. Performs quality control procedures for: diagnostic equipment, ventilators, and gas metering devices.

Outcomes

Initiates, conducts, and modifies prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve the desired outcome, considering the patient response.

Personal Education

Participates in ongoing educational activities necessary to acquire and maintain competency in respiratory care. Identifies areas for self-improvement and participates in needed education.

Work Effectiveness

Demonstrates the ability to work without direct supervision in which they accomplish tasks in a timely manner. Promptness is demonstrated in delivering therapeutic modalities after an order is given to the therapist.

Reliability

Demonstrates promptness in reporting to work and compliance with meal and break schedules. Completes tasks as assigned to perform.

Education of Others

Initiates and conducts patient and family education in preparation for home care and management of their disease. Participates in the education of coworkers.

Creating a Safe Work Environment

Identifies safety concerns and actively seeks to resolve these issues.

Stewardship

Assumes the willingness to be accountable for the well-being of the larger organization by operating in service, rather than in control, of those around us.

Ethical Conduct

Consistently communicates and collaborates with colleagues about decisions which involve legal and ethical issues.

Pullman Regional Hospital is a public district hospital located in Pullman, Washington in the heart of the Palouse, a vast geographic area spanning southeastern Washington and northern Idaho. The hospital overlooks the Washington State University campus.

Vision Statement: Pullman Regional Hospital is a community leader of integrated health and healing activities where our values guide and inspire, and science and technology quietly enable people to comfort, encourage, and heal.

Values Statement: As we pursue our shared vision for the future, we value: personal integrity and commitment to provide compassionate, responsible, quality services to our community; an environment that allows individuality, teamwork, and communication to flourish; the enriching nature of diversity, creativity, and innovation; and honesty and leadership in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.
We provide an array of treatment and prevention services, each at the forefront of the medical industry and designed to provide the most comprehensive benefits to our patients:

Points of Distinction:
- 2020 Women's Choice Award in Obstetrics
- Certified Stroke Ready Facility
- American College of Radiology certification in imaging modalities ensuring highest quality images with lowest dosage of radiation
- Consistently high patient satisfaction ratings

Company Description

Pullman Regional Hospital is a public district hospital located in Pullman, Washington in the heart of the Palouse, a vast geographic area spanning southeastern Washington and northern Idaho. The hospital overlooks the Washington State University campus.\r\n\r\nVision Statement: Pullman Regional Hospital is a community leader of integrated health and healing activities where our values guide and inspire, and science and technology quietly enable people to comfort, encourage, and heal.\r\n\r\nValues Statement: As we pursue our shared vision for the future, we value: personal integrity and commitment to provide compassionate, responsible, quality services to our community; an environment that allows individuality, teamwork, and communication to flourish; the enriching nature of diversity, creativity, and innovation; and honesty and leadership in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.\r\nWe provide an array of treatment and prevention services, each at the forefront of the medical industry and designed to provide the most comprehensive benefits to our patients:\r\n\r\nPoints of Distinction:\r\n- 2020 Women's Choice Award in Obstetrics\r\n- Certified Stroke Ready Facility\r\n- American College of Radiology certification in imaging modalities ensuring highest quality images with lowest dosage of radiation\r\n- Consistently high patient satisfaction ratings