Respiratory Therapist II
Company: UNC Health Care
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals
Respiratory Care Incentive Program, which includes a $15,000
Commitment Incentive Bonus with a three (3) year commitment. In
addition, this position is also eligible for relocation assistance
(amounts based on location distance) and our employee referral
program. Ask your recruiter for details!
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 30,000 diverse
employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of
the unique communities we serve.Summary:
Under the direction of department management and according to
policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and
Procedure Manuals, the Respiratory Therapist, Senior demonstrates
an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care and assigned
patient care areas. The Respiratory Therapist, Senior administers
competent care of patients through airway management, mechanical
ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, respiratory
care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent,
stabilize or remedy patients respiratory dysfunction.
Responsibilities:
1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited
to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function
testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation
and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway
management including aspiration of established airways,
tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal
intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing
as needed. -2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends
and holidays. -3. May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to
include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying
function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients
disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these
patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques. -4. Maintains
and improves job knowledge and skills. Serves as resource to other
staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for
physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff
members, students and new physicians. Provides in-services as
required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities. -5. Records
completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care
procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient
information in electronic medical record system. -Other
InformationOther information:
Education Requirements:
--- Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
--- Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North
Carolina Respiratory Care Board. Must be registered (RRT) by the
National Board of Respiratory Care. BLS on hire. Must -have either
ACLS-Adults, NRP - NICU, PALS - PICU/Rex, CPFT - PFT, Advanced
Practice certificate to administer moderate sedation in the
Bronchoscopy Lab. Must maintain certification annually.
Professional Experience Requirements:
--- Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
--- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information
and technical procedures. Ability to document clinical information.
Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to
questions from patients, physicians, family members, and other
staff. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as
fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical
situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect
data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to
interpret an extensive variety of technical situations.
Job DetailsLegal Employer: -STATEEntity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: Respiratory Therapy -Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00Work Schedule: Evening JobLocation of
Job: US:NC:Chapel HillExempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Keywords: UNC Health Care, Chapel Hill , Respiratory Therapist II, Other , Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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