RRT or CRT Day Shift, PSMC

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 year/Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1 - 2 years Respiratory therapy in a healthcare environment. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Analytical
• Grammar/Spelling
• Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Mechanical
• Basic Computer Skills
• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
• Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Bending/Stooping - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
• Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)