Respiratory Therapist

Job SummaryResponsible for all respiratory care modalities for preemie, neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient populations, including, but not limited to, oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, SVN, Incentive Spirometry, Chest PT, critical care, ventilator management, airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Responsible for obtaining and analyzing arterial and venous blood gas samples, cord and capillary gases, must be able to interpret the results as well as maintain analyzer. Responsible for all EKG procedures. LRCP will deliver services according to the Scope of Service for the Cardiopulmonary Department.Essential Functions1. Testing ProceduresTrained in the performance of all basic treadmill stress tests, including Echo, Bruce, and Nuclear testHolter/ Event monitor set ups and registrationOvernight oximeters set up and registration2. Departmental DutiesAssure that all daily charges are recorded including daily oxygen and pulse oximeter chargesMaintain proper documentation and appropriate use of electronic documentation systemsCoordinates schedules with other techs in the department. Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others as requested.Regularly assists in other areas of the department such as receptionist duties, clerical responsibilities and other assignments as requested.3. Equipment Care/MaintenanceCleans and assembles non-disposable equipment as outlined in department policy.Cleans and restocks EKG machines located throughout the hospital.Routinely performs a pre-operation check on ventilators in the department to check for proper function and records that a check was completed.Performs quality control measures as well as preventative maintenance on ABG instruments as outlined in department policy.Checks crash carts located in the department as well as O2 tanks throughout the hospital.Responsible for all equipment used in the department, reports malfunctions and regularly practices preventative maintenance procedures. Keeps work area clean and sanitary. Disinfects all exposed surfaces.Job RequirementsMinimum EducationRequired: Associate degree requiredPreferred: NBRC preferred, RRT or CRT and Bachelor's degree in health science preferred.Work ExperienceRequired: Good communication, interpersonal and customer service skills required;Preferred: At least two to five years respiratory care practitioner experience preferred but new graduates will be considered. Basic computer skills preferred.Required Licenses: Current Wyoming LRCP and BLS certification required. Current ACLS, NRP required within 6 months of hire.Functional DemandsWorking ConditionsFrequent stressful situations, irregular hours. hospital and Nursing Home environment. Must be on-site at the St. John's Health campus or other facilities to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.Physical RequirementsSome stretching, bending, reaching pushing/pulling related to assisting patients and moving equipment. Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Intermittent standing, sitting and walking, and computer use.Direct Reports: NoneReports to: Manager Cardio-Sleep-Cardiac RehabInternal & External Contacts: Nurses, physicians, staff, patients, vendors, general public.Leadership CapabilitiesAttention to DetailCompletes tasks in a way that ensures there are no errorsMethodically and patiently reviews work to identify any mistakes or discrepanciesCreates and stores documentation in a way that is thorough and easy to accessInitiativeDoesn’t wait for others to tell him/her what to do; sees a problem or opportunity and immediately starts moving to address itFinds his/her own motivation for completing work and accomplishing goalsInterpersonal SkillsRelates well to all kinds of people, up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organizationBuilds appropriate rapportUses diplomacy and tactOrganizingCan coordinate multiple activities and resources at once to accomplish a goalArranges information and files in a useful mannerPatient FocusIs dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of patientsGets firsthand patient feedback and uses it for improvementsEstablishes and maintains effective relationships with patients and gains their trust and respectTime ManagementUses his/her time effectively and efficientlyConcentrates his/her efforts on the more important prioritiesGets more done in less time than others #J-18808-Ljbffr