Advance Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description :

The Respiratory Therapist RRT Advanced has completed the necessary progression requirements for the Clinical Career Pathway Program within their primary department or may be responsible for implementing and supporting special clinical projects and assignments as designated by the manager, according to the needs of the department. The RRT Advanced will provide advanced-level respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the ordering physician. This position acts as a resource to the CRT staff.\n\n

Essential Functions

• Performs respiratory care procedures in response to patient needs and physician orders within the Scope of Practice of the Respiratory Care Department.
• Uses patient evaluation and information to perform an assessment of the cardiopulmonary status of assigned patients through physical exam, review of history and physical, and response to ordered therapies.  Communicates the patient care plan to the Physician, patient, family, nursing, support staff, and others while maintaining a team focus.
• Independently performs the majority of procedures, assessments, and interventions performed at the facility including advanced settings (as applicable). Participates within Clinical Program initiatives and processes and monitors outcomes. Maintains awareness of assigned patient’s overall condition. Communicates and shares patient information with the physicians and nurses. Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care. Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness.
• Mentor and representative, both professional and clinical, of Respiratory Care Services. Supports and implements department or specialty care area projects or programs as identified. Supports standardization and implementation of department protocols, policies, and procedures for patient care delivery.
• Handles problems and concerns until they can be dealt with by clinical leadership or department management as applicable. Maintains, troubleshoots, and adjusts respiratory care equipment and diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains timely, accurate records and documentation to satisfy department, hospital, and legal requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned. May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need. May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

Skills

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements :

Physical Requirements

Location :

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital

Work City : Wheat Ridge

Work State : Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$35.25 - $54.39

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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