Reg Resp Therapist; PRN

Overview

Job Description - Reg Resp Therapist (PRN/As Needed) )

Rockdale Medical Center

Description

Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.

Reports to:

Respiratory Director. FLSA:
Non-exempt.

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS);
  Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for Full Time Therapists;
  Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred; RRT credentialed by the NBRC;
  Current Georgia RCP license
• Minimum
  
  Work Experience:
  
  >1 year experience in an acute care hospital
• Experience:
  
  ICU and ED experience for Adult Respiratory Therapists (Preferred)