Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary Assist in training new employees and precept students.

Perform complex functions of life support ventilation systems in a manner of quality critical care support consistence with competencies, procedures, and/or protocols; also utilize registered therapists for guidance.

Perform daily maintenance of ABG lab for Joint Commission standards and CLIA.Perform prescribed critical care procedures, documentation of procedures, and charge procedures.

Assist coworkers in maintaining productivity percentage above 100% year-to-date or prescribed by senior leadership.

Gather equipment after patient use, clean equipment per manufacture guidelines, return equipment to proper storage.

Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.

Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Education:

Requires knowledge of anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pulmonary physics, pulmonary physiology, advanced respiratory care, mathematics, blood chemistry and pharmacology at a level generally acquired through completion of two-year AMA approved program in respiratory therapy. Must be certified (CRT). Must have current Alabama respiratory license.

Experience:

Approximately six to twelve months of progressively more responsible related work experience necessary to gain complete understanding of respiratory therapy principles and procedures to provide assistance in resolution of difficult work-related problems. Complete initial and annual competencies and assist with other staff members.

Additional Skills/Abilities:

Recommend being certified in ACLS, PALS, and CPR.