Respiratory Therapist

BROWARD CHILDRENS CENTER•Pompano Beach, FL

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Broward Children’s Center (BCC) is dedicated to transforming lives by providing specialized care to children and young adults who are medically fragile and developmentally disabled. Our comprehensive services range from 24/7 skilled nursing at our pediatric care facility to developmental education programs, therapeutic support, and family-centered services like respite care, social services, and in-home health support. With unique programs including ABA therapy, developmental preschools, K-12, Home Health and PPEC outpatient care, BCC ensures each individual receives tailored support to thrive. Our team also takes part in community events, such as our annual 5K and golf tournament, creating a vibrant, mission-driven workplace. “With your support, Broward Children’s Center (BCC) provides quality programs to infants, children, and young adults who are developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of children and their families.” If you’re passionate about impactful work and a supportive team environment, BCC may be the perfect place for your career. SUMMARY Provides ordered respiratory care and ventilatory management and support to residents.

Requirements

Minimum of an associate degree from a respiratory therapy education program 1) supported or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), or 2) accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and graduated on or before November 11, 2009.
Three to six months related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Valid Florida CRT License
BLS mandatory

Nice To Haves

PALS/NR preferred but not required
HIV & HIPAA Certificates

Responsibilities

Maintains life support systems.
Assures accuracy of equipment through calibrations, adjustments and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of resident's on-going status and communicates completely during shift report.
Assists with plan of care indicating ventilatory findings and parameters.
Performs therapeutic procedures.
Completes assigned workload and various responsibilities of total resident care.
Performs special procedures
Initiates and/or assists with CPR when necessary.
Provides adequate oxygenation and ventilation and maintains patent airway during transports.
Performs tracheostomy tube changes and maintenance.
Rotates through and functions proficiently in all resident care areas.
Accepts work assignment on any shift and in any area assigned.
Performs all shift-specific duties assigned.
Acts as a resource person for new employees.
Assists with meeting resident's daily needs by assisting with baths, diaper changes and other activities as needed.
Recognizes and reports any changes in clinical status.
Responds appropriately to all emergency situations.
Maintains accurate medical and departmental records.
Completes documents in medical records after performing procedure.
Labels all equipment circuitry when changed.
Clearly labels malfunctioning equipment.
Performs equipment changes, cleaning, disinfection and maintenance as required.
Organizes and restocks supplies.
Attends continuing education offerings as required for licensure.
Participates on facility committees/meetings.
Follows infection control policies & procedures.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Multiple plan options to suit individual and family needs once eligibility requirements are met.
Income Protection: Employer-paid basic life insurance and employer-paid short-term disability once eligibility requirements are met.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for medical and dependent care expenses, allowing pre-tax contributions.
401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment after eligibility, with diverse investment options to help secure your future once eligibility requirements are met.
Additional Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and voluntary supplemental insurance, including accident and critical illness coverage.
Employee Childcare: BCC offers valuable childcare programs to support our employees and their families: Step Up Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (Pre-K up to 8th grade).
Private Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.
Early Learning Coalition of Broward County School Readiness Program (for children ages 1 up to 3 years old).
Early Steps Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.
Employee Daycare (for ages 1 year through 5 years old), available at $150 per week, inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
Broward County Non-School Days: We offer our employees child care when Broward County has non-school days (winter break, spring break, thanksgiving break), with the exception of major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas day, etc.).