Respiratory Therapist

Surgery Partners Careers•Altoona, WI

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing pulmonary care in accordance with specific provider orders, department policies and procedures. The Respiratory Therapist administers pulmonary care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system, performing diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures related to the pulmonary system. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care across a variety of clinical settings including inpatient and outpatient. Hou rs: .6 FTE - 24 Hours per week 8 hour variable shifts - Monday through Friday

Requirements

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program required
Current Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure in the State of Wisconsin
BLS certification is required upon hire
Must be able to achieve ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire
Minimum 2 years previous acute care hospital experience required
Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure messaging system
Medical Terminology
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Quality assurance and accreditation standards
Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
Effective English communication in verbal and written format
Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
Carry out organization customer service standards
Basic computer proficiency
Carry out organization customer service standards
Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Continuously learn and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends, policies, and new technologies
Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Nice To Haves

Emergency department, critical care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Advocate for patients’ rights, preferences, and needs, ensuring that they receive high-quality, compassionate care that is tailored to their individual circumstances
Project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the patient, coworkers, and the organization, as appropriate
Plans, prepares and administers respiratory therapy treatments including IPPB, aerosol, chest physical therapy, incentive spirometry, CPAP, BIPAP therapy, and sputum inductions, in accordance with established policies and procedures
Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure
Airway maintenance, oral and nasal suctioning, and mechanical airway ventilation, and insertion of artificial airway
Provides support for or independently performs diagnostic pulmonary tests, including bronchoscopies
Provides developmentally appropriate care to support patients of all ages during their hospitalization
Develops individualized teaching plans based on the patient's assessed learning needs
Administers respiratory therapy treatments, and nebulized medications, while understanding the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each
Utilizes the electronic health record, departmental forms, flow charts, and logbooks accurately and consistently in accordance with established protocols and documentation standards
Demonstrates knowledge of specialized examinations and tests associated with respiratory therapy and understand the reasons for the individual patient’s needs and respiratory therapy plan
Demonstrates competence and provides for the cleaning, sterilization, assembly and maintenance of equipment and stocking of supplies utilized by respiratory therapy
Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques, home therapies, and equipment use
Provides thorough instructions and appropriate referrals for home care to ensure safe transition and continued respiratory management
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record per hospital and department protocols
Provides EKG testing support when appropriate and upon request
Ensure infection control protocols and safety standards are followed in all aspects of patient care
Respond to emergency situations using appropriate interventions
Supports multidisciplinary quality assessment and improvement activities and assists manager in updating and maintaining Respiratory Therapy policies
Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
Perform other duties as assigned