Registered Respiratory Therapist SE
About The Position
This full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist position is located in the Pediatrics department at Navicent Health Medical Center. The role involves administering oxygen delivery, therapeutic procedures, and diagnostic procedures. The therapist will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, evaluate current therapies, and document patient care. Communication with the healthcare team, initiating respiratory care in emergencies, and performing blood gas analysis are key responsibilities. The position requires proficiency in electronic medical records, adherence to safety guidelines, and completion of regulatory requirements and proficiency evaluations. The role also involves assisting co-workers and working independently across all patient care areas.
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.
Nice To Haves
- BA/BS or higher preferred.
- BSRT preferred
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
- Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
- Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
- Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
- 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
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
