Polysomnographic Technician, Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
To provide under the direct supervision of the Medical Director and Sleep Center Director the highest quality of care within the scope of sleep medicine and respiratory care in regards to evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders for all ages of patients of The Children's Mercy Hospital (CMH). Demonstrating expertise in clinical practice specific to polysomnographic technology and respiratory care for the patients. Provides accurate documentation of services performed, provides instruction for students and assists with orientation of new employees. Completes other tasks as assigned. Able to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree Associates Degree or higher from an accredited CoARC program and 1-2 years experience Clinical experience as a respiratory therapist in a hospital setting. Pediatric critical care experience preferred.
- One of the following: Certified Respiratory Therapist CRT, or Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT required upon hire
- Employees must have or obtain Licensed Respiratory Therapist KS or equivalent within 60 days
- Employees must have or obtain Licensed Respiratory Therapist MO or equivalent within 60 days
- Respiratory Care Practitioner - State of Missouri Required 60 Days
- Respiratory Care Practitioner - State of Kansas Required 60 Days
- Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists. Required within 12 months.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Required Upon Hire
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) Required 90 Days
Responsibilities
- Provides Polysomnographic Study procedures.
- Self-management for professional growth.
- Participates in departmental and organizational quality/performance assurance/improvement activities.
- Works as a team with all employees.
Benefits
- The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
