Pulmonary Education Specialist

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Develops, implements, and evaluates pulmonary, technology-dependent, and tracheostomy education programs. Coordinates and teaches courses for patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Proactively supports safe patient care and services and promotes a safe environment at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in neonatal or pediatric care.
• One year of experience in management or teaching/education.
• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment.
• Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C) within one year of employment.
• Current Georgia respiratory care professional license.
• Detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment with a rating of 80% or higher within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement education programs in accordance with accepted teaching standards, including technology-dependent, tracheostomy-dependent, complex care, aerodigestive, and cystic fibrosis patient and caregiver education.
• Monitor patient and caregiver comprehension and compliance, and reinforce or provide education again as needed.
• Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive education to patients and caregivers.
• May deliver respiratory therapies or perform diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and applicable patient programs.

What This Job Offers

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