Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Mt Sinai Hospital Pediatrics- FT- N EOW
Share
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapist helps patients experiencing difficulty breathing learn to use various equipment and techniques to aid in clearer and more efficient breathing.
Responsibilities
1.Demonstrate the ability understanding and proper utilization of the following: nasal cannula venti mask USN non-Rebreather masks changing regulators pulse oximetry etc.
2.Demonstrate competency in performance criteria of Medication and Medical Gas Administration: Proper use of metered dose inhalers peak flow meters Oxygen Heliox Nitric Oxide etc. Also assess patients for their continued need.
3.Demonstrate clinical competency performance in ETT placement and securing airway. Suctioning ETT including closed system suctioning open system with sterile technique.
4.Demonstrate Ventilator and BiPAP/CPAP setup and management.
5.Demonstrate clinical competency in evaluation analysis and interpretation of data obtained from diagnostic and physiologic tests.
6.Demonstrate proficiency in bedside testing for weaning (spirometery) use of End Tidal CO2 and Peak Flow meters.
7.Demonstrate competency in use of electronic medical record documentation order sets etc.
Qualifications
- Associates degree in a Respiratory Therapy program which is accredited by either the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- 0-2 years experience in Respiratory Therapy
- Respiratory Therapist License issued by the NYS Department of Education Office of the Professions
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (this certification is required in order to be eligible for the Registration exam)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association
Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSH
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled ... View more
