Respiratory Therapist II
About The Position
Shriners Children’s is seeking a Full-Time Respiratory Therapist to join their Portland team. This role involves providing family-centered, age-appropriate clinical cardio pulmonary care. The therapist will utilize assessment findings to establish patient and family needs in collaboration with the healthcare team, communicating findings verbally and in writing. Responsibilities include ensuring the safe operation of life support equipment, seeking personal and professional development, and potentially taking on leadership roles or acting as a clinical resource to other departments. Precepting staff may also be a part of the role after demonstrating proficiency. Participation in hospital/departmental committees, special projects, and research is also expected.
Requirements
- Associate Respiratory Therapy
- RT License in state of practice
- National Registration by National Board for Respiratory Therapy
- Basic Life Support BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Nice To Haves
- 2 Years in ICU setting, Pediatric/Adult RT intensive care
Responsibilities
- Provided primary respiratory care to patients from admission through discharge, and charts appropriately.
- Serves as a resource and provides education to students, interns, residents, nurses, and new employees as needed.
- Assures safe, cost-effective operation and function of pertinent equipment and utilizes appropriate infection control techniques in all areas.
- Seeks personal, professional development and accountability.
- Demonstrates the ability to professionally interact and communicate appropriately with staff, patients, families, and visitors.
- Understands overall hospital/departmental philosophy, policies and procedures and applies it to daily patient staff/interaction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
