Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator Services

Lincare • Washington, MO

75d

About The Position

This employee is responsible for participating in the performance of the day-to-day activities of the Respiratory Care Department, including but not limited to therapy procedures, in service education, tracheotomy and ventilator management and weaning, as well as interdisciplinary care with both core and ancillary staff. This employee is also responsible for the completion of the therapist's duties both for general population of the facility, as well as home care when necessary.

Requirements

• Troubleshoot/problem solve equipment
• Make independent clinical decisions
• Strong communication skills for coordination of care
• Sensitive to the physical and psychosocial needs of fragile patients and families
• Responsive to family, staff, and facility needs
• Ability to function in stressful situations
• Recognize and effectively communicate needs to manager
• Adhere to policy and procedure
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, as well as all mandatory staff meetings and in-services
• Exhibit team building and participation skills
• Willingness to learn new techniques and apply

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of experience in ventilator management (either Acute or Home Care) preferred, but not required
• Must complete minimum of six hours of training per year in Infection Control and Blood Borne Pathogen, OSHA, safety issues, HIPAA, any new products of services, and any other issues necessary for job requirements
• Must complete state required Continuing Education Credits for purpose of Respiratory Therapy Licensure
• High School Graduate (Diploma) or equivalent
• Must hold a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Performs any and or all duties of the respiratory care program as required
• Adheres to Policy and Procedure
• Adheres to work schedule
• Responsible for assisting in emergency coverage when the need arises
• Consults with family members, physicians, and other health care professionals as appropriate
• Takes on active role in in-service education of employees as well as the community
• Assists with Q.A. and other reports as requested
• Assists with on call for company needs
• Provides updates consistently to supervisor for changes and patient status
• Participates in checking for safety, care, and cleaning of equipment and maintenance of the department

Benefits

• Proof of Negative TB testing (either skin or negative Chest X-Ray)
• Must be a graduate of an approved AMA School for Respiratory Care
• Current State License required
• Credentialed by the NBRC
• Current BLS Certification

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees