Diagnostic Technician - Cardiopulmonary

Midland Health • Midland, TX

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About The Position

Performs the essential duties and responsibilities and primary functions of a Respiratory Therapist in a diagnostic role, including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for assigned patients. Meets established standards for the administration of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiopulmonary care and documents activities related to that care. Manages supplies, equipment, and any assigned personnel, and promotes teamwork with physicians and personnel in other departments. The role requires solving practical problems, addressing a variety of issues, interpreting written or oral instructions, and applying clinical knowledge and judgment to patients’ cardiopulmonary care.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with on-call and weekend coverage.

Requirements

• Minimum of CRT.
• If hired after October 2005, must obtain RRT within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for assigned patients in a diagnostic Respiratory Therapist role.
• Administer diagnostic and therapeutic cardiopulmonary care in accordance with established standards.
• Document care activities, plans of care, and assessments accurately, completely, and promptly.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and any assigned personnel.
• Promote teamwork with physicians and personnel from other departments.
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory medications and modalities and administer them according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Use departmental and hospital computer systems effectively.
• Demonstrate age-specific competence when caring for patients from various age groups.
• Take responsibility for professional development.
• Incorporate continuous performance improvement recommendations into clinical practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed