PA - Respiratory Therapist Registered - Nights - State College - Mount Nittany

Prefer 2 years of previous hospital experience must be NRP certified.Under general supervision of the Administrative Director/Supervisor Pulmonary Services the RRT performs all respiratory care general modalities. Sets up and takes down performs observes and documents modalities and simple diagnostics i.e. ABG. May be required to learn and perform more complex diagnostics. Provides therapy modalities and procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the Medical Center particularly in General floors the ICU/Critical Care departments ED and as prescribed by a physician. Responsible for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short and longterm mechanical ventilation of adults pediatrics and neonates. Therapists are expected to be self directed and professional at all times in the absence of the Clinical Supervisor. Maintains all department and Medical Center records and enters accurate information into the Medical Center computer for the therapy as given. Therapists have very good customer service skills and communicate well any issues requests or information that helps in providing great patient care. The RRT is assigned a responsibility within the department that can range from QA to research. All RRT personnel adhere to established infection control guidelines.

Shift: Night shift 3 12s per week

Specialty Type: Cardiopulmonary

Sub Specialties: Respiratory Therapy

General Certifications : ACLS BLS/BCLS NRP

Respiratory Certifications : RRT

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