Registered Respiratory Therapist / RRT
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Description: DCH Health System is employing Registered Respiratory Therapist / RRT right now, this job will be presented in Alabama. Further informations about this job opportunity please read the description below. PERFORMANCE PLANNING
The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides services to adult and pediatric patients. They provide general respiratory therapy, adult and pediatr! ic critical care, and limited diagnostics.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs and accurately records technical procedures safely, effectively, efficiently, and within scope of policy
Gives rationale for actions, decisions, and clinical care, based on scientific principles, clinical practice guidelines, or successful experience
Patient care procedures include:
Oxygen/Aerosol Therapy
Bronchial Hygiene
Postural Drainage and Percussion
Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing
Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation
Acapella
Emerson Cough Assist
Aerosolized Medications
Hand Held Nebulizer
Metered Dose Inhaler
Dry Powder Inhaler
Adult/Pediatric/Neonatal Critical Care
CPAP/BiPAP
Mechanical ventilation including transport
Blood collection and analysis
Emergency tracheostomy tube replaceme! nt
Bedside Pulmonary Function Testing
Mainta! ins performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Current Alabama licensure.
2. Holds active credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
3. Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Bachelor’s degree preferred
4. Membership in appropriate professional organization (i.e. American Association for Respiratory Care, Alabama
Society for Respiratory! Care) is strongly encouraged
5. BCLS provider
6. PALS preferred for staff working in the Emergency Department.
7. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical: Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift and carry up to a maximum of 20 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Is able to reach reasonable distances in any direction. Ability to run in emergency situations. Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner. Must have ability to feel and perceive temperatures, texture, shape and size with fingertips. Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Environmental: Includes exposure to human fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard m! aterials and/or cleaning solutions. Requires wearing common protective ! or safety equipment.
Psychological: Includes demonstrating leadership skills. Delegating to team members, addressing conflict, communicating with all types of personalities, and being responsible for outcomes/results.
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This job starts available on: Thu, 16 May 2013 01:09:54 GMT
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