Respiratory Therapist Registered

Dept: Respiratory Therapy Hours per pay period: 0 Schedule: Variable-Days/Afternoons Position Summary Provides respiratory care services to patients who require emergency care, intensive care, therapeutic treatment, invasive and non‑invasive monitoring, diagnostic testing and patient education for pulmonary and cardiopulmonary disorders. Monitors and maintains equipment and participates in quality assurance and improvement activities. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Interviews, examines and assesses patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Consults with physicians to develop patient treatment plans and creates therapy programs based on physician directions and assessment findings. Performs diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity, takes blood samples and uses a blood gas analyzer to test oxygen and carbon dioxide levels. Treats patients using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy, aerosol medications and non‑invasive methods such as CPAP and BIPAP therapies, and may connect, monitor and treat patients who cannot breathe on their own with ventilators. Monitors and records the progress of treatment. Instructs and mentors respiratory therapy interns during clinical rotations throughout the hospital. Teaches patients how to use treatments. Operates and maintains respiratory equipment and assists in the review and evaluation of equipment and supplies. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, establishing networks, and participating in professional societies; may develop and conduct in‑service training programs. Participates in departmental quality assurance and improvement programs and assists in developing policies and procedures to improve work processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce waste and expenses. Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, and forms in paper and electronic formats. Performs other related duties as required and directed. Required Associate degree in a Respiratory Therapist Educational Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Current state licensure as a respiratory therapist. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC. If not registered, will become registered through the NBRC within 60 days of hire. BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or Canadian equivalent, required before start date and valid at least 60 days beyond start date. Preferred Bachelor’s degree. Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws. Additional Information Schedule: Per Diem Requisition ID: 26002806 Daily Work Times: REQUIRED Hours Per Pay Period: 0 On Call: No Weekends: No #J-18808-Ljbffr