Respiratory Therapist

Roosevelt General Hospital•Portales, NM

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies and procedures. The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system, performs diagnostic tests of the cardiovascular and pulmonary system to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders.

Requirements

Current State and National Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
Graduate of an American Medical Association approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire
Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Complete annual education requirements.
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Wear identification while on duty.
Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the organization.
Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.
Knowledge in respiratory therapy services.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Airway Management including Endotracheal Intubation (Director or Intubation Certified RT)
Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Conscious Sedation
Endotracheal Suctioning in Mechanically Ventilated Adults and Children Using Artificial Airways
Evaluation of Hypoxemia and/ or Desaturation via Exercise Testing
Application of Holter Monitors
Incentive Spirometry
Management of Aerosol Delivery
Management of Oxygen Therapy in the Acute Care Hospital Environment
Management of Oxygen Therapy in the Long-Term Care Environment
Management of Simple Pneumonia
Nasotracheal Suctioning
Overnight Pulse Oximetry
Oxygen Administration
Patient Assisted Coughing
Patient Ventilator Maintenance/ Monitoring
Plain Aerosol Administration
Positive Airway Pressure Supports ie: CPAP/ BIPAP/ AVAP
Postural Drainage and Percussion
Pulse Oximetry
Rehabilitation Services Cardiac/ Pulmonary
Respiratory Patients Requiring Humidification
Unattended Sleep Studies
Spirometry
Pulmonary Function Test
Transport of the Patient Requiring Mechanical Ventilation
Electrocardiography
Treadmill Stress Testing