Respiratory Therapist-Tampa/Per Diem

Chapters Health System•Temple Terrace, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As requested by clinical staff, the Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services to optimize pulmonary function and symptom control for patients. In addition to the Respiratory Therapist responsibilities, the Respiratory Therapist Preceptor plans, coordinates and carries out educational opportunities for new Respiratory Therapists. S/he orients the Respiratory Therapists to their role within the interdisciplinary team; evaluates job performance using competency checklist to ensure each new Respiratory Therapist has successfully acquired knowledge and skills essential to providing patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
Minimum of two (2) years of respiratory therapy experience
Ability to work as needed and participate in on call schedule
Ability to work unsupervised in the field, exercising some discretion and independent judgment
Well-developed interpersonal skills: ability to problem solve with staff, while maintaining excellent working relationships
Able to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal)
Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy
Ability to physically access any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) in any area the Company serves
Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling, lift 50 pounds) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Satisfactory complete competency requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

Conducts respiratory evaluation of patients as requested by clinical staff.
Determines the need for utilization of respiratory equipment and supplies including BIPAP, CPAP, liquid oxygen, oxygen concentrators, nebulizers, oral and intermittent suction, continuous pulse oximetry and ventilators.
Makes recommendations for respiratory treatments and care based on patient assessment to clinical and medical staff.
Provides routine follow-up and monitoring.
Evaluates treatment effectiveness, patient compliance and safety issues, and recommend changes.
Provides education on respiratory therapy to clinical staff, medical staff and patient/caregiver education regarding respiratory equipment use and maintenance, respiratory medications and treatments, energy conservation, home safety and oxygen safety.
Prepares and maintains required documentation for each assigned patient. Completes documentation in a timely manner and distributes to the appropriate parties.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Represent the Company professionally through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
Comply with all state, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
Observe Company health, safety and security practices.
Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
Promote Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
Participate pro-actively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
Advance electronic media skills.
Support Company research and educational activities.
Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.
Participate in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.