Therapist-Respiratory Therapy - 24 hours

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 -

Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed respiratory care utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques.

Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly that is also customized to a variety of needs that maybe specific to impairments or individual variations in such matters as hearing, sight, language barrier, cultural issues and potential victims of abuse Education/Training:

·         Graduate of an AMA approved program for Respiratory care

·         AS or BA/BS preferred.

Licenses/Certification:

Current MA Respiratory license

CRT, RRT Preferred.

NRP Certified: Within 6 months of Hire

BLS certified

Job Profile Summary : Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed respiratory care utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques. Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly that is also customized to a variety of needs that maybe specific to impairments or individual variations in such matters as hearing, sight, language barrier, cultural issues and potential victims of abuse.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

·         Minimum of completing AMA approved program for Respiratory Care

·         Excellent Work skills

·         Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for proper assessment, treatment selection and administration in the following areas: airway management, mechanical ventilation, bronchial hygiene and oxygen therapy

·         Provides this care as outlined in Respiratory Care policies and procedures taking into consideration patients’ individual needs and customizing treatments when appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• ·         Able to communicate effectively with all age groups and provide education.
• ·         Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly.
• Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA : Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with the dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.
• ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS : Must have the ability to the perform essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the work place, and with or without reasonable accommodation.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to lift, push, pull without restriction, able to use proper body mechanics, able to work extra hours, including rotation and call; exposure to blood, body fluids, tubing condensates, airborne and other infectious materials.

Salary Range: $33.82-$52.24 -