Respiratory Therapist

NO CALLS PLEAS E to follow up on your application JOBSUMMARY: 4/2 Split $34.00-$38.00 Theprimary purpose of the Registered Respiratory Therapist position is to performcritical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and/or diagnosticprocedures through physician directives and to assure resident safety. JOB DUTIES& RESPONSIBILITIES: Possessan in-depth knowledge of cardiopulmonary patho-physiology and clinicalapplications of respiratory care principles essential to allow employee toassist the physician in assessing the efficacy or therapy and devising aneffective therapy care plan. Effectivecommunication skills in dealing with patients of all ages, staff members andphysicians. Numericalability to evaluate statistical data and make various computations. Clericalability to read reports and utilize data accurately. Abilityto follow various respiratory care and to recognize possible hazards and toxiceffects of gases and therapy. Abilityto plan and organize work in an efficient manner. JOBREQUIREMENTS: Education Certificateof completion from an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program and Registeredby the AARC. Experience Twoyears or more. Licensedby the state in which you work as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. SpecificRequirements Mustbe able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Mustpossess the ability to make independent decisions. Mustpossess the ability to deal tactfully with associates, residents, familymembers, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Musthave advanced training in long-term care administration. Mustbe proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Windowsapplications. Musthave general knowledge of computer systems, electronic medical records Mustbe knowledgeable of reimbursement regulations and nursing practices andprocedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining tolong-term care administration. Mustpossess the ability to work harmoniously with and supervise others. Mustpossess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret theprogram, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessaryfor providing quality long-term care and maintaining a sound operation. Mustbe thoroughly familiar with laws, regulations, and guidelines governingpersonnel administration. Musthave patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as must bewilling to handle residents, associates, and visitors, based on whatevermaturity level at which they are currently functioning. Mustpossess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing toincorporate them into existing practices. Mustbe able to maintain good personnel relations and employee morale. Mustbe able to read and interpret financial records, reports, etc. Mustbe able to communicate policies, procedures, regulations, reports, etc., topersonnel, residents, family members, visitors, and governmentagencies/personnel. Mustnot pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in theworkplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pineforesthc