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J o b Summary :
The Respiratory Therapist II shall provide professional respiratory care for inpatients and outpatients following established standards and procedures as outlined in departmental policy / procedure manuals and professional licensing agencies.
Routine duties will include initiation, monitoring and maintenance of oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, airway management, mechanical ventilation, noninvasive ventilation, continuous pulse oximetry and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The Respiratory Therapist will be expected to drive implementation and maintain all departmental protocols. Other duties will include but are not limited to pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopic procedures, pulmonary rehabilitation, patient / family education and equipment cleaning and processing.
All treatment and diagnostic modalities are tailored to meet the needs of each specific age group.
Minimum Qualifications :
Education : Graduate of a one-year AMA approved respiratory care program.
Experience : RRT credential or 5 years post graduation experience with CRT credential.
Mt. Pleasant Hospital : At least 1 year experience with RRT strongly preferred.
Li ce n s u re / Cer tification : Registered (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Licensed by the Board of Medical Examiners of S.C. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
ACLS, PALS and NRP at hire or within 90 days of employment, if applicable for job assignment.
Primary Source Verification (if applicable) : ttp : (select Medical
Examiners).
K n o wl e d g e / S k i l l s :
Demonstrates a high level of knowledge in cardiopulmonary physiology. Demonstrates a high level of understanding of the theory of operation of all respiratory care related equipment.
Maintains competency in the clinical application of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures outlined in the departmental scope of services.
Effectively communicates verbally and over the telephone with co-workers, physicians, nurses, patient, patient family members and the public.
Demonstrates understanding and clinical application of infection control techniques and equipment cleaning and processing.
O ther : Demonstrate ability to effectively use departmental computer for order entry and patient charges.
C on tacts : The respiratory therapist is in daily contact with patients, family members, fellow therapists, physicians, nurses, support staff, other allied health workers and outside vendors.
W o rk Dema nd s / E n v i r on me n t :
Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping. Frequent lifting / moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs.
Frequent use of finger / hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands / arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and / or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.
Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours.
May be required to take call and / or work weekends / holidays based on the needs of the department.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w / AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours :
Work Shift :
Nights (United States of America)
Department :
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