Respiratory Therapist

Pullman Regional Hospital • Pullman, WA

43d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist administers therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care modalities and life support to patients with deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiorespiratory system, under the supervision of the physician and by prescription. Pullman Regional Hospital is a critical access hospital with a physician clinic network located in Pullman, Washington, at the heart of the Palouse. We provide an array of treatment and prevention services, each at the forefront of the medical industry designed to provide the most comprehensive benefits to our patients. We're a small hospital known for big ideas and bold visions. More than 500 people are part of the Pullman Regional Hospital family; each and every individual contributes to our stellar reputation.

Requirements

• Graduate from AMA approved, JRCRTE accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• BLS and PALS certifications are required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and NRP certifications are required as well.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Washington
• CRT through the NBRC.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of acute care respiratory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans patient care by using Respiratory Therapy protocol, providing a continuity of care during hospitalization and before discharge.
• Demonstrates the ability to reprioritize therapy to achieve better results and make necessary modifications in therapeutic procedures based on patient response.
• Reviews and interprets data in the patient record including history, lab results, radiological studies, progress notes, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring.
• Assesses patient’s overall cardiopulmonary status by auscultation to determine: breath sounds, heart sounds, dysrhythmias, murmurs and bruits, and blood pressure.
• Evaluates patient’s cardiopulmonary status by inspection of general appearance, capillary refill, chest configuration, breathing pattern, character of cough, and sputum.
• Determines appropriateness of and participates in developing and recommending modifications to respiratory care plan.
• Actively initiates and participates in communication to assure effective delivery of respiratory care.
• Communicates with patients and significant others in an open and respectful manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain skills in areas of low volume and high risk activities.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn new techniques and use new equipment.
• Check all equipment and corrects malfunctions.
• Communicates relevant information to other members of the healthcare team.
• Participates in solving team issues in a constructive manner.
• Identifies areas to be considered for improvement in the quality of service and participates in the quality improvement effort.
• Performs quality control procedures for: diagnostic equipment, ventilators, and gas metering devices.
• Initiates, conducts, and modifies prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve the desired outcome, considering the patient response.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities necessary to acquire and maintain competency in respiratory care.
• Identifies areas for self-improvement and participates in needed education.
• Demonstrates the ability to work without direct supervision in which they accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
• Promptness is demonstrated in delivering therapeutic modalities after an order is given to the therapist.
• Demonstrates promptness in reporting to work and compliance with meal and break schedules.
• Completes tasks as assigned to perform.
• Initiates and conducts patient and family education in preparation for home care and management of their disease.
• Participates in the education of coworkers.
• Identifies safety concerns and actively seeks to resolve these issues.
• Assumes the willingness to be accountable for the well-being of the larger organization by operating in service, rather than in control, of those around us.
• Consistently communicates and collaborates with colleagues about decisions which involve legal and ethical issues.
• Performs other non-essential functions as requested.

Benefits

• Medical/Vision
• Dental
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Services Discount
• EAP Resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree