Respiratory Therapist - AGH Professional Building

Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW :

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
• Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient / family education. (20%)
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
• Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS : Minimum

Minimum

Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and / or training;

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or TPP.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• BLS upon hire.

Preferred

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT, or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT).
• 1 year experience in a hospital setting.

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