*Wages are based on average rates and may be impacted by facility budgets and seasonality and may include a combination of taxable and non-taxable earnings and reimbursements.
POSITION PURPOSEUsing discretion and independent
judgment. Performs quality patient care as a member of the respiratory team,
providing intensiverespiratory care and patient
transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed and with minimal
supervision. This position does provide direct patient care to adolescent,
adult and geriatric patients. Facilitates the achievement of maximum
therapeutic care potential for patients. Provides consultation with regard to
pulmonary disorders and respiratory therapy practices. POSITION REQUIREMENTSLicenses or CertificationsThis position requires a licensed RRT, by the NBRC, licensed
by the state as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. CPR requiredACLS certification preferred Education, Training, and Experience Skills and Abilities, Proficiency and Productivity StandardsOrganizes and prioritizes tasks
and projects; accurately completes job responsibilities within the specified
time constraintsAdheres to ethical, regulatory and
accreditation standardsSpeaks and
communicates English effectively, both in verbal and written formatMaintains confidentiality of patient informationRespects Patient Rights and promotes customer satisfactionWorks cooperatively with co-workers and other hospital
employeesAdapts to changes necessitated by guest/staff situationsSeeks assistance as neededWrites legiblyFunctions proficiently in a
Microsoft Windows environment Machines, Equipment UsedOxygen equipment, humidifiers, nebulizers, spirometers,
suction equipment, EKG machine, Holter monitor, Electronic charting system,
basic office equipment, Bi-Pap/CPAP machines, Pulmonary function testing
equipment. Physical RequirementsAbility to lift up to 30 pounds and transfer patients in
excess of 100 pounds, which may require push, pull and utilizing full range of
body movements. Ability to stand, sit, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch
and/or crawl, grasp, use fine finger movement. Environmental ConditionsIndoors in climate controlled, well-lighted, and ventilated
environment Interpersonal Relationships
As
a representative of Curahealth, all comments, attitudes, actions, and behaviors
have a direct affect on the hospitals image and perceptions of quality care
and service. Interaction with guests,
visitors, volunteers, co-workers, supervisors, physicians, contract staff, vendors,
and affiliate schools is in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous,
respectful, cooperative, and professional.
This behavior supports an atmosphere of teamwork that is congruent with
hospital standards and guidelines to promote positive relations. The respiratory
therapist exhibits and promotes the hospitals Standards of Behavior throughout
the hospital community.