Supervisor-Respiratory Therapist-Children's of Mississippi

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

To supervise and manage employees engaged in the evaluation and administration of therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. To consult with physicians concerning the development and modification of patient care plans. To assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring respiratory care standards.

Requirements

• Two (2) years' respiratory therapy work experience
• MS Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• NBRC certification (CRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

• ACLS
• PALS
• NRP
• NBRC registration (RRT)

Responsibilities

• Supervises employees to include scheduling, work allocation, training, evaluation, and problem resolution.
• Evaluates and/or supervises the evaluation of patients; consults with physicians and staff to ensure delivery of quality patient care respiratory services.
• Operates and monitors respiratory equipment; administers medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and respiratory medications; maintains clearance of patient's natural and artificial airways; obtains blood samples and interprets blood gas data; and provides emergency cardiopulmonary assistance.
• Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Educates patient and family members on the use of ventilators and other life-support systems, breathing exercises, and use of medications.
• Oversees the sanitization, testing, and maintenance of respiratory equipment and maintenance of applicable records and documentation.
• Promotes compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and/or infection control practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed