RESPIRATORY THERAPIST PFT - PART TIME

Augusta Health

46d

About The Position

Coordinate and participate in the administration of respiratory therapy
modalities to adult, adolescent, pediatric, infant, and newborn patients with
respiratory related difficulties in accordance with physician’s instructions.
The registered therapist must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth
and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data
reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information
needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age, specific
needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s departmental
policies and procedures. Reports to the Director of Respiratory Services and
receives input from the Charge Therapist.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year acute care experience functioning as a Respiratory Therapist is desired.
• Experience with adult, pediatric, and newborn patients is preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care Program with a A.A.S. or B.S. degree in Respiratory Care.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential granted by the NBRC is required.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist considered.
• Must possess and maintain a current Virginia state license to practice Respiratory Care.
• BLS certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• ACCS and NPS certifications from the NBRC are encouraged.
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP are preferred and encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• administration of respiratory therapy modalities to adult, adolescent, pediatric, infant, and newborn patients with respiratory related difficulties in accordance with physician’s instructions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree