RRT or CRT- Respiratory Care at PSMC; PRN

Position: RRT or CRT- Respiratory Care at PSMC (PRN)
Job Number:35312

Location:

Sumter Campus Street Address:126 US-280

City, State:

Americus, Georgia Zip Code:31719

Department:

PSMC RESPIRATORY THERAPY Shift: Nights Job Type:PRN/Per Diem Posted Date:

Job Description

Summary:

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for working with the Physician, nurses, and other health team members to deliver medication, promote bronchial hygiene, manage mechanical ventilators, and monitor oxygenation status of our patients.

Description:

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines

Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization

Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures

Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS General environment:
Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.

May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

May be scheduled as needed including overtime Qualifications
- External EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS2 year/Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Required)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS1 - 2 years Respiratory therapy in a healthcare environment. (Required)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Required Certifications/Licensures:
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
GENERAL SKILLS Organizational Skills Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Customer Relations Analytical Grammar /Spelling Read/Comprehend Written Instructions Follow Verbal Instructions Mechanical Basic  Computer Skills General Clerical Skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Have near normal vision
- Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors

Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion PHYSICAL DEMANDS Standing
- Frequently within shift (34-66%)Walking
- Continuously within shift (67-100%)Sitting
- Frequently within shift (34-66%)Bending/Stooping
- Continuously within shift (67-100%)Twist at waist
- Frequently within shift (34-66%)Pushing/Pulling
- Continuously within shift (67-100%)Lift/carry up to 20 lbs
- Frequently within shift (34-66%)Reaching above shoulder
- Occasionally within shift (1-33%)