Respiratory Therapist I
About The Position
The Registered Respiratory Therapist I (RT-I) is licensed by the New York State Department of Education to perform respiratory therapy procedures, cardio-respiratory diagnostics, and patient assessment under the direction of a licensed physician. The role requires effective English communication, computer skills for navigating the electronic medical record, and basic math skills used in calculations such as medication dosing. The therapist is expected to uphold ethical and professional standards, maintain confidentiality, and be accountable for their performance. This role may involve access to sensitive information belonging to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including HIPAA-protected health information and other information regulated by federal and New York State statutes. Access must be based on need to know and limited to the minimum necessary to perform assigned duties. Information must be protected from unauthorized access and modification in accordance with system policies and standards.
Requirements
- NYS Department of Education licensure to perform respiratory therapy procedures, cardio-respiratory diagnostics, and patient assessment.
- Ability to read, speak, comprehend, and write English.
- Ability to read documents such as physician orders and progress notes.
- Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively in English with customers and others, including children.
- Computer skills sufficient to navigate the electronic medical record skillfully.
- Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; use simple algebra; and add fractions and decimals for calculations such as medication dosing.
- Ability to adhere to AMC’s Code of Conduct and the AARC’s Code of Ethics, including confidentiality standards such as HIPAA.
- Ability to maintain professional dress and demeanor and accountability for one's own performance.
Responsibilities
- Perform respiratory therapy procedures, cardio-respiratory diagnostics, and patient assessment under the direction of a licensed physician.
- Read physician orders, progress notes, and other documents.
- Communicate cooperatively and effectively in English with customers and others, including children.
- Navigate the electronic medical record.
- Apply basic arithmetic and simple algebraic skills, including calculations involving medication dosing.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information in accordance with applicable laws and Albany Med Health System policies.
- Maintain professional dress and demeanor and be accountable for personal performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
