Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN

Family Health West•Fruita, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Family Health West, you’re more than an employee, you’re family. You’ll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals. We encourage professional growth and welcome new ideas and approaches to care. You’ll contribute each day to providing care that is unmatched in western Colorado. Family Health West was founded by the community in 1946 and has a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. Our network includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities. We are nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, offering an outdoor paradise.

Requirements

Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) required.
Current State of Colorado Respiratory Therapist license in good standing required.
Current BLS certification required.
Obtain ACLS/PALS certification within six months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Current RRT preferred
Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of Respiratory Care preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Supports a culture of quality and safety.
Maintains a thorough knowledge of all department forms, flow charts, logbooks and their proper usage along with policies, procedures and protocols.
Monitors patient comfort and alleviates anxiety during procedures.
Is available for consultation with medical, nursing and administrative staff.
Applies and monitors invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support.
Recognizes and reports changes in patient condition to appropriate patient care personnel including physicians, co-workers & nursing staff.
Prioritizes care per acuity.
Completes accurate and timely documentation of all patient care delivered with all required information including patient condition and response in EHR following departmental policy and procedures.
Considers time, supplies and support required from other individuals and departments in setting up work plans and completing duties.
Identifies patient needs for education and provides patient teaching through clear and tactful communication with patients, family members and the caregivers.
Assembles equipment, performs verification tests and appropriately documents equipment readiness and work accomplished.
Regularly updates knowledge of techniques, guidelines and regulations.
Assists others in developing job skills and enhancing performance.
Maintains consistent and quality work flow for department processes in the absence of supervision.
Maintains close communication with management and other therapists regarding quality issues within the department (including patient needs, staff ability, equipment needs etc. pertinent to the shift).
Develops and enhances job knowledge and models leadership behaviors.
Attends education in-service programs to maintain professional competency.
Obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training.
Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
Attends at least four (4) staff meetings annually, currently utilizing 1st Friday for this requirement.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.
Other job-related duties as assigned.