Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist

The primary purpose of the Registered Respiratory Therapist position is to perform critical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and/or diagnostic procedures through physician directives.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Possess an in-depth knowledge of cardiopulmonary patho-physiology and clinical applications of respiratory care principles essential to allow employee to assist the physician in assessing the efficacy or therapy and devising an effective therapy care plan.

Effective communication skills in dealing with patients of all ages, staff members and physicians.

Numerical ability to evaluate statistical data and make various computations.

Clerical ability to read reports and utilize data accurately.

Ability to follow various respiratory care and to recognize possible hazards and toxic effects of gases and therapy.

Ability to plan and organize work in an efficient manner.

Job Requirements

Education

Certificate of completion from an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program and Registered by the AARC.

Experience

Two years or more.

Licensed by the state in which you work as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Specific Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with associates, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Must have advanced training in long-term care administration.

Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Windows applications.

Must have general knowledge of computer systems, electronic medical records

Must be knowledgeable of reimbursement regulations and nursing practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care administration.

Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with and supervise others.

Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the program, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality long-term care and maintaining a sound operation.

Must be thoroughly familiar with laws, regulations, and guidelines governing personnel administration.

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as must be willing to handle residents, associates, and visitors, based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.

Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.

Must be able to maintain good personnel relations and employee morale.

Must be able to read and interpret financial records, reports, etc.

Must be able to communicate policies, procedures, regulations, reports, etc., to personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies/personnel.

Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must meet the general health requirement set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at time hostile people within the facility.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of five (5) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of five (5) feet.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Sitting: 1 hour per 8-hour shift. Alternates frequently to standing or walking.
• Standing: 1-2 hours per 8-hour shift. Alternates frequently to walking and occasionally to sitting.
• Walking: 5-6 hours per 8 hour shift. Alternates frequently to standing and occasionally to sitting.
• Lifting: 1-10 lbs. Continuously
• 11-20 lbs. Continuously
• 21-75 lbs. Frequently
• > 75 lbs. Frequently
• Carrying: 1-10 lbs. Continuously
• 11-20 lbs. Frequently
• 21-35 lbs. Occasionally
• Driving: Rarely
• Pushing: Frequently
• Bending: Continuously
• Squatting: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crawling: Rarely
• Climbing: Rarely
• Reaching: Continuously
• Grasping: Frequently
• Fine Manipulation: Frequently

(Frequency: Never=0%; Rarely=1-10%; Occasionally=11=33%; Frequently = 34-66%; Continuously = 67%+)

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