RRT

Respiratory Care Specialist

Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed respiratory care utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques. Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly that is also customized to a variety of needs that maybe specific to impairments or individual variations in such matters as hearing, sight, language barrier, cultural issues and potential victims of abuse.

Education/Training:

• Graduate of an AMA approved program for Respiratory care
• AS or BA/BS preferred.

Licenses/Certification:

• Current MA Respiratory license
• CRT, RRT Preferred.
• NRP Certified: Within 6 months of Hire
• BLS certified

Job Profile Summary:

Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed respiratory care utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques. Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly that is also customized to a variety of needs that maybe specific to impairments or individual variations in such matters as hearing, sight, language barrier, cultural issues and potential victims of abuse.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of completing AMA approved program for Respiratory Care
• Excellent Work skills
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for proper assessment, treatment selection and administration in the following areas: airway management, mechanical ventilation, bronchial hygiene and oxygen therapy
• Provides this care as outlined in Respiratory Care policies and procedures taking into consideration patients' individual needs and customizing treatments when appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively with all age groups and provide education.
• Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly.

Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA: Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with the dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.

ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS: Must have the ability to the perform essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the work place, and with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to lift, push, pull without restriction, able to use proper body mechanics, able to work extra hours, including rotation and call; exposure to blood, body fluids, tubing condensates, airborne and other infectious materials.