Respiratory Therapist - Transport - PT - Flex shift - JDCH

Transport Respiratory Therapist

Location: Hollywood, Florida

Patients depend on our team for the best in evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities. Opportunities exist for motivated Registered Respiratory Therapists (and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians) with the skills to provide a high level of quality service in a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma and Critical Care.

Our Transport program provides complete care for high acuity patients from infant to adolescent during inter-facility transport via ambulance or fixed wing. Transport Respiratory Therapists (RT) ensure continuity of care, medical management and safe transport of patients. From ventilatory/cardiac monitoring to ICU level of care, RT's work directly with doctors, nurses, other medical professionals to give best possible outcomes for patients.

Responsibilities:

• Implements patient population specific interventions based on individual patient needs.
• Organizes coordinates and prioritizes respiratory care activities considering the needs of the patient.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Assesses the patients cardio/pulmonary system according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
• Demonstrates leadership in the delivery of patient care.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care and care coordination progressing patients toward desired outcomes.

Competencies:

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS SAMPLING - ARTERIAL PUNCTURE
• ARTIFICIAL AIRWAY CARE/MAINTENANCE
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• HFNC/VAPOTHERM
• MECHANICAL VENTILATION WEANING/PULMONARY MECHANICS
• NON-INVASIVE POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION (NIPPV)
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Accredited Program: Critical Care (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• NRP Certification (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• PALS American Heart_non ecard (PALS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• PALS American Heart E-Card (PALS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

• Complexity of Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. The incumbent must be able to lead others and take appropriate action when required. Must be able to safely and securely fasten seat belts and shoulder harnesses in aircraft or ambulance, as provided by the aircraft or ambulance manufacturer, without modification to those safety devices.
• Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of Neonatal or Pediatric critical care experience required.
• Other Information: Must complete Neonatal Pediatric Specialist within one (1) year of hire date: PFCCS - Pediatric Fundamental Critical Care Support; Neonatal Transport (MHS course)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 20%
• Kneeling = 40%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 40%
• Sitting = 20%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
• Dust = 40%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 20%
• Hazardous Medication = 20%
• Latex = 40%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 40%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 40%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 20%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 60%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 40%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift: Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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