Registered Respiratory Therapist I, Atrium Health University City, FT Nights

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Respiratory Therapist I at Atrium Health University City, working Full-time Nights. The role involves administering various modes of oxygen delivery, conducting prescribed therapeutic procedures, and performing diagnostic procedures. The therapist will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, and is expected to independently evaluate current therapies, make recommendations, and provide patient education. Documentation of therapy and results, communication with the healthcare team, and initiating/modifying respiratory care techniques in emergency settings are key responsibilities. The role also includes performing and evaluating blood sampling analysis, working independently in all patient care areas, assisting co-workers, and proficiency in electronic medical records. Adherence to departmental safety guidelines and completion of all regulatory requirements and annual proficiency evaluations are also expected.

Requirements

• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
• Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work.
• Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required.
• Advanced certification per facility/department.
• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered).
• For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience.
• For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible for this job code.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships.
• Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
• Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job.
• Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS or higher preferred.
• BSRT preferred
• Advancement complies with the requirements of the Respiratory Therapist Clinical Ladder.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation, understanding the purpose, benefits, and possible effects.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors, and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators, understanding critical care duties and effects.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department, and regulatory agencies.
• Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts, and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines.
• Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree