Registered Respiratory Therapist - Baptist Health Shelby Hospital

Baptist Health•Alabaster, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders; initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment. Baptist Health is part of Orlando Health and is seeking New Grads and Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs).

Requirements

Associate degree from an approved Respiratory Care program. (If licensed prior to December 31, 2008, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted.)
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.

Nice To Haves

Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, physiologic monitors, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determinations.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.