Resp Care Practitioner Therapist

Job Summary:

• This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric.
• Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy.
• Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Job Duties:

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Education:

• Required - Associate's Degree.

License and Certifications:

• Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• CRT/RRT with NICU experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.