Respiratory Therapist

Duties: Job Summary Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician s orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment. Essential Functions Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation. Administers therapeutic procedures understanding the purpose and benefits and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy. Initiates monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and noninvasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy. Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs. Documents therapy and results as required by hospital department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team. Initiates conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values and the importance and treatment of abnormal results. Works independently in all patient care areas and assists coworkers with patient care whenever possible. Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department. Physical Requirements: Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 2050 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors low lighting and crowded working conditions.

Skills: Skills: Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider status according to American Heart Association. RRT Certs Required: BLS ACLS NRP and PALS

Education: Education: Graduate of an AMAapproved school of Respiratory Care. Associate s RRT or RRT Equivalent required. Associates Degree in Health Science is acceptable as long as the worker has a valid RRT certification. Bachelors degree preferred. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina

Schedule Notes: Primary Location: Cleveland Float Locations: Region 3 Shift:7p7a Contract Length: 13 weeks Required Certifications: BLS ACLS NIHSS NRP and PALS Required Experience: 2 years of experience Preferred Experience: Must have Adult RRT experience. AutoOffer Call Required: No RTO NOT Approved: Memorial Weekend (FriMon) 5/245/27/2024 4th of July (7/37/5/2024) Labor Day Weekend (FriMon) 8/309/2/2024 Halloween 10/31/2024
Required Skills: NIHSSACLSBLS CARD

Hours Per Day: 12.00
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Languages: English( Speak Read Write )
Department: 33313 : Respiratory Care Atrium Health Cleveland : AH Cleveland Main 201 E Grover St Shelby NC
Job Category: Clinical Allied Travel