Respiratory Care Therapist 1-2--Registered
About The Position
The mission of Pinecrest Supports and Services Center is to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach treatment goals and to return to more integrated community living settings. Pinecrest Supports and Services Center specializes in the treatment of people with comorbid intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical, behavioral, and psychiatric support needs. Pinecrest Supports & Services Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated RESPIRATORY CARE THERAPIST 1-2 -REGISTERED to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this rewarding role, you'll play a vital part in promoting health and wellness by developing and overseeing nutrition plans that enhance the quality of life for the individuals we serve. If you're passionate about using your expertise to support others and want to grow your career in a supportive environment, PSSC is the place for you! Possession of a current Louisiana Respiratory Therapist license and accreditation with the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Requirements
- Possession of a current Louisiana Respiratory Therapist license and accreditation with the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Responsibilities
- Administer respiratory therapy modality to individuals via small volume nebulizers, metered dose inhalers, oxygen concentrators, c-pap and bi-pap machines, tracheotomy care and suctioning, incentive Spirometry and assess clients pre and post treatment with pulse oximetry, respiratory rate, osculate bilateral breath sounds, skin color, sputum characteristics, cough effort and pulse.
- Respond to all medical emergencies and codes. Document in progress notes and Medication Administration Record for any procedures performed or medications given.
- Maintain and clean all respiratory equipment including oxygen concentrators, suction machines, c-pap, bi-pap equipment and air compressors.
- Provides emergency tracheotomy kits, ensuring all supplies are within expiration dates.
- Order and receive all respiratory supplies from Central Supply. Assemble and change out all disposable respiratory equipment, order oxygen and all respiratory medications from pharmacy.
- Meets with Interdisciplinary Team as well as the Primary Care Providers and nurses to present and discuss pneumonia criteria, evaluation and respiratory care recommendations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
