Valley Health - Luray, VA

posted about 1 month ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Luray, VA
Hospitals

About the position

The Respiratory Therapist III participates on the clinical ladder which reflects a degree of professional practice and clinical expertise. The Respiratory Therapist III cares for patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups and provides services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies, procedures and protocols. The Respiratory Therapist III is responsible for patient assessments, patient education, implementation of therapy and the evaluation of the effectiveness of therapy. The Respiratory Therapist III is an active participant in a multidisciplinary team and communicates the needs of the patient with the physician and members of the care health team.

Responsibilities

  • Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders and/or protocols and policies.
  • Performs non-invasive SpO2 monitoring through pulse oximetry via overnight studies, exercise, continuous and spot checks.
  • Performs airway clearance therapy.
  • Performs basic operations in the EHR system.
  • Performs regular assessment rounds.
  • Performs equipment cleaning and set up.
  • Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
  • Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
  • Initiates, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilators.
  • Sets up and operates non-invasive ventilation therapy.
  • Sets up and manages high flow oxygen therapy.
  • Responds and participates appropriately in rapid response and emergency situations.
  • Responds and participates in all code situations.
  • Responds and participates in all trauma activations.
  • Assists in bedside therapeutic bronchoscopies as needed.
  • Assists in intubations as needed.
  • Responsible to provide a thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff upon shift end.

Requirements

  • Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care required.
  • Three years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist required.
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certification or EKG & Pharmacology Course required.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Certification required.
  • National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with 10 years of experience or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.

Nice-to-haves

  • 10 annual CEUs.
  • Two recommendations of peer support.
  • Cross trained to work in multiple areas such as critical care, cardiopulmonary rehab, NICU, etc.
  • Minimum of 8 hours of community service project related to healthcare industry.
  • Acts as a positive role model for precepting students and new employees.
  • One annual PDSA, committee, or performance improvement project as approved by the leadership team.
  • Ability to lead shift huddle, safety call, and other leadership duties as assigned.
  • Ability to rent necessary equipment, create and adjust shift assignments as necessary, and facilitate the operational needs of the shift.
  • Must attend deliveries and assist with Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as assigned (where applicable).

Benefits

  • A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Retirement Savings Match
  • A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
  • Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
  • Health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Professional development
  • Discounts to on-campus dining
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