Respiratory Therapist (Days)
Company: Maria Parham Health
Location: Henderson
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Maria Parham Health
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. With 205
licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health
care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint
Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest
In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.
Where We Are:
Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region's largest
lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water
skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two
fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself
having a hard time deciding what to do next!
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time
employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation
programs
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial
wellness assistance
- Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified
applicants
- Robust employee recognition and awards programs
- And much more---
Position Summary
Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts
diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and
implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy
and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
Reports to: Respiratory Manager
Responsibilities of the Position
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 patient's 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.
Calibrates ventilators, disassembles, and cleans tags and bags
clean equipment.
Draw ABG's, bubble CPAP for infants, aerosol therapy, MDI therapy,
Pulse oximetry, ETCO2 monitoring, oxygen therapy, CPT, BIPAP's,
Ventilators (adult, pediatric, infant) EEG's and Pulmonary Function
testing.
Uses computer system to enter orders, document therapy, order
supplies and charge for therapy administered.
Other tasks and duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program of Study for an Advanced
Practice Level Respiratory Therapist with an Associate's degree in
Science or Certification of Graduation is
required.Certifications/Licenses
Active and valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license or
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification is
required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart
Association (AHA) is required upon hire.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) certification is required within six (6) months
from hire date.
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred.
Required Skills
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to
work with minimal supervision.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health 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.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking
for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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