Respiratory Therapist - Night

Job Summary

Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist provides best practice, quality respiratory care and education to patients with pulmonary diseases or conditions using a variety of techniques and equipment. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team and communicates effectively to support patient outcomes. Ensures patient care meets quality standards established by Theda Care, the department, and regulatory agencies. Maintains skills and knowledge necessary to provide safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate respiratory care to patients of all ages.

• Assess, plan, collaborate, and provide individual care through best practices and education to improve or support the patient’s level of health.
• Perform various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established standards, procedural guidelines, and policies to provide quality patient care.
• Apply knowledge and critical thinking to establish and communicate the plan of care for patients.
• Participate in decreasing barriers, enhancing customer satisfaction, and reducing wastes and/or costs to support Theda Care’s safety, quality, and financial goals.
• Develop and collaborate with multiple team disciplines to effectively and efficiently provide an exceptional experience for patients, families, and team members.
• Work in a team-based environment during urgent situations involving rapidly changing priorities to achieve the highest quality of patient outcomes.
• Be accountable for accurate, timely documentation and charges using current technology.
• Adapt to a changing healthcare environment.
• Be responsible for individual professional growth and development while serving as an expert in the respiratory field.
• Use clinical information to facilitate development and implementation of the prescribed plan of care as appropriate.

• Associate’s degree from an accredited respiratory care program.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification for healthcare providers.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by the respective role or facility.
• Current State of Wisconsin License Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance. Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties.

Typically works in a climate controlled environment. Frequent movement throughout work environment. Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Occasional high noise level in work environment. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents. Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.

Use of computers throughout the day. Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers. Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

• Variable shifts every third weekend and third holiday.
• Schedule:
  
  Nights.
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  36 hours.
• Scheduled FTE: 0.9.
• Location:
  
  Theda Care Regional Medical Center – Appleton, Wisconsin.
• Overtime Exempt:
  No.

• Whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support.
• Access & Affordability – minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare.

Theda Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Theda Care complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.