Respiratory Therapist RRT Peds 20P

Overview This position represents patient care directed toward pediatric critical care areas, step down areas, general care areas and Kids Care transports. Qualifications Education required: High School diploma/GED License, certification and/or registration: Must be licensed by the ASBRT and registered by the NBRC or credentialed as a Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) by the NBRC. Certification of PALS or ACLS is preferred for all applicants and in mandatory within one year. Certification of BLS is preferred for hiral processes and required within the orientation period, not to exceed 90 days of hire or transfer. Experience: Clinical experience obtained while attending Respiratory program and will be able to function in critical settings including initiation, and support of, mechanical ventilation. Additional experience relating to intubation and Kids Care transport competencies are preferred upon hiral and mandatory within 2 years of employment. *Employees hired before July 1, 2013 must meet this requirement by July 1, 2015. All other applicants will have two years from the date of employment. Additional skills/abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must have the ability to perform and recommend procedures in all areas of bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, respiratory diagnostic procedures, and all levels of mechanical ventilation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Huntsville Hospital