Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function

At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endoscopy center, and more. Benefits $15,000 Commitment Bonus eligible if qualified. Up to $8,000 Relocation Assistance eligible if qualified. Occupational Summary Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders. Defined duties are performed in neonatal, pediatric and adult patient populations. Work Performed Administer oxygen. Administer aerosolized medication via Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB), Intermittent Aerosol Therapy (IAT) and Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI). Administer incentive breathing devices. Perform nasotracheal and artificial airway suctioning. Perform CPR and bag‑mask ventilation. Perform pulse oximetry monitoring. Perform arterial blood gas punctures. Perform bedside pulmonary mechanics. Perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures, pulmonary function studies, EKGs and cardiac monitoring. Transport patients within the hospital. Verify physician orders. Assure correct set‑up, safety and function of all equipment/supplies necessary in the provision of patient care. Assure adherence to all infectious disease standards in the delivery of all patient care procedures. Recognize life‑threatening situations and initiate appropriate response. Understand pharmacological indications, dosages and response to adverse drug reactions. Make patient care assessments according to accepted protocols. Provide education to patients, families, physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team. Monitor response to all therapy. Document in the patient medical record. Communicate all pertinent clinical information. Participate in quality improvement activities. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of respiratory equipment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interactions relative to the specific age of a patient. Skills validation/certifications of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level. Must maintain annual skill requirements. Must maintain annual safety/compliance requirements. Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEUs. Customer service and communication expertise. Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing and all other members of the health care team. Work is performed in all areas of Duke Hospital. Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds. Work requires walking, climbing, and bending. Minimum Qualifications Education: Completion of a 2‑year AMA approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent) or currently enrolled in an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program, and registry eligible. Experience: None required. Degrees, Licensures, Certifications: North Carolina State Licensure or North Carolina State Provisional License, Certification by the National Association for Respiratory Care (NBRC) if graduate. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), and any other applicable certifications applicable to the institution. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr