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Respiratory Therapist

Samaritan Health Services
Corvallis, OR
Full-time

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE Provides effective respiratory care through approved client assessment, diagnostics, therapeutics and education.

Provision of services is initiated by physician order and approved protocols.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Samaritan Health Services Respiratory Therapy team delivers treatment and diagnostic patient care services to critical and non-critical patients.

We serve all age groups and patient populations using evidence-based techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS Current registration by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC-RRT) required.

Current state of Oregon Respiratory Care License required. Healthcare Provider BLS required. Two (2) years clinical experience in Respiratory Care preferred.

GSR Respiratory Therapy : ACLS required within one (1) year of hire. If responsible for acute care, NRP and PALS required within one (1) year of hire.

GSRMC Neonatal Intubation Certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire and quarterly maintained by all regularly scheduled employees.

If responsible for Diagnostic care, Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) required within 18 months of hire.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.

Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Conflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.

Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.

Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and / or communicating with patients and caregivers.

Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely

1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally

11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently

34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

67 100% of the time)

CLIMB - LADDER

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

SQUAT Static (hold >

30 sec)

PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

PULL (0-20 pounds force)

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

CLIMB - STAIRS

WALK - INCLINE

LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

SQUAT Repetitive

BEND FORWARD at waist

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

PUSH (40-60 pounds force)

PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)

STAND

ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

REACH - Forward

REACH - Upward

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY

PINCH Fingers

GRASP Hand / Fist

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Overhead : 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

30+ days ago
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