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Raleigh General Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Raleigh General Hospital is a 300 bed facility caring for nearly 13000 patients each year with over 50000 being treated in our emergency room. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA Digital Mammography and Trauma Services.

Where We Are:

Beckley is an ideal place to live and boasts many scenic cultural and recreational opportunities. From restaurants and breweries to art galleries and unique attractions Beckley is an outdoor playground with something for all tastes.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical Dental Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program mental physical and financial wellness assistance

Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants

Professional development opportunities and CE assistance

And much more

JOB SUMMARY
Under medical supervision may be required to deliver respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. Adapts to the particular area of duty assignment and performs special duties required by the assignment. May be required to supervise and be responsible for the work of other respiratory care practitioners. May be assigned orientation and in-service education responsibilities. Carries out assigned duties and responsibilities according to policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director for Cardiopulmonary Services with only minimal or indirect supervision and frequently makes independent decisions.
Reports to: Respiratory Care Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes current research and best practices.
Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
Educates the patient and family about the patients illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
Monitors receives stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
Disassembles cleans and sterilizes equipment and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Required
Minimum of an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - to be obtained within 6 months
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - to be obtained within 6 months
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) - to be obtained within 6 months
Licenses:
Job Description Report
REPORT GENERATED: AUGUST:56 AM
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care Inc.; and licensed by the State of West Virginia.
Minimum Work Experience
Possess advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology and other sciences related to respiratory care and be able to demonstrate these to others. Demonstrated ability to use tact and judgment when dealing with physicians nurses other hospital employees patients and patients families. Demonstrated verbal ability to explain various procedures being performed to patients and patients families.

EEOC Statement:

Raleigh General Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.