Respiratory Therapist - Part Time, Jefferson Hospital

Respiratory Therapist - Part Time, Jefferson Hospital

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GENERAL OVERVIEW Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
• Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
• Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum

• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP).
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) National Board of Respiratory Care required prior to the expiration of the Temporary Practice Permit (TPP).
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

PREFERRED

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT
• Two years' experience in pulmonary/respiratory medicine in a hospital setting.

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Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part-time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care