Respiratory Care Practitioner

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Overview Where you matter as much as the work you do Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals . Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible. Description 7p-7:30a / Full Time / 36 Hours This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines Provides Patient and Family Centered Care Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in respiratory care.
Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
BLS required via the American Heart Association
ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire
NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU
New Graduate to 2 years’ experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
At least two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes and Maintains all competencies
Refers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting.
Assures competence to function if working in new area.
Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed.
Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs.
Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation.
Competent in clinical areas as appropriate.
Suggest modifications to care to patient care team
Acquires resources not readily available.
Serves as a resource for ventilator management.
Regularly attends department meetings (75%).
Regularly attends in services and educational offerings.
Partners in product evaluation and selection.
Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice.
Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years; 10 CEUs required annually