Senior Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Respiratory, PRN, Varied

UCHealth • Cincinnati, OH

91d • $28 - $35

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a PRN Senior Respiratory Therapist for the respiratory therapy department for the varied shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. The Senior Respiratory Therapist delivers critical and non-critical patient care services to all age groups using selected invasive and noninvasive techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system, provides respiratory care predominately in critical care areas, and is in charge for the shift, i.e., making out assignments, handling staffing issues and responding to personnel issues.

Requirements

• Graduate of a two or four-year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program with RRT credentials.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the growth and developmental needs of adolescent, adult, and older adult/geriatric client populations.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Ohio.
• BLS required, ACLS desired.
• Minimum Required: 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience.
• Preferred: 6 - 10 Years equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Performs and monitors patient progress and response to service.
• Assesses patients and makes appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions.
• Performs invasive and non-invasive therapeutic/diagnostic modalities.
• Correctly records all information in the patient legal record and maintains department records.
• Educates patients on their disease state, wellness, and home care modalities.
• Functions as a preceptor (works to provide a meaningful learning experience for orientees/students).
• Applies technical knowledge to consult with physician with regard to cardiopulmonary status.
• Acts as a resource. Supportive of leadership initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree