Respiratory Therapist; 7:00pm-7:00am; 72 HRS; WKND Every Other

JOB SUMMARY

The Respiratory Therapist-RRT is an allied health care practitioner who functions under the supervision of a physician and in accordance with Hospital approved procedures and or protocols. This individual is responsible for the administration of pharmacologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care to implement or modify diagnostic regimes, treatment, disease prevention, or pulmonary rehabilitation of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

The Respiratory Therapist-RRT reports directly to the Respiratory Care Shift Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Licensure/Certification

• Registration (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Must have a valid, current Missouri Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Must be current with BLS certification.
• ACLS required.

Work Experience

• No work experience beyond educational clinical experience required.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES

• Therapeutic use of medical gases, air\\oxygen apparatus, humidification and aerosol administration devices, and ventilatory assistance\\control equipment.
• Administration of aerosolized medication, breathing exercises, chest physiotherapy, postural drainage, and airway suction treatments.
• Application of FIO2 and SpO2 analysis and monitoring equipment.
• Performs Pulmonary Function Testing.
• Performs Nocturnal Desaturation Study and scans for physician interpretation.
• Performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway establishment, and airway maintenance.
• Completion of all clinical, non-clinical, documentation, and charging procedures in accordance with Hospital and Departmental procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission.
• Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives.
• Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole.
• Works to resolves conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker.
• Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts.
• Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties.
• Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence.
• Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management.
• Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Direct patient contact, possible exposure to infections, communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens.
• Occasionally exposed to radiation and electromechanical hazards.
• Works indoors in well-lighted and ventilated environment.
• Handles emergency or crisis situations.