Respiratory Therapist

• Location 300 S 3rd W,Soda Springs, , 83276,United States
• Job Category Respiratory Therapy, Hospital, Healthcare
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

• Diagnostic Testing:
  Upon physician order, provides diagnostic testing to aid in the evaluation of cardiopulmonary function including, but not limited to, the following:
  • Patient assessment
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Bronchial Hygiene Therapy
  • Pulmonary Function testing
  • Sleep Apnea Monitoring
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • End Tidal CO2 Monitoring
  • Collaborates in the interpretation of Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) values
  • Reports findings and/or results to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team
  • Documents in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Performs therapeutic procedures. Upon physician order, performs therapeutic procedures affecting the Cardiopulmonary system including but not limited to the following:
  • Oxygen and humidity therapy
  • Lung Expansion Therapy
  • Small and Large Volume Nebulizer therapy
  • Heated or Cool Aerosol therapy
  • Bronchial Hygiene
  • Airway management
  • Resuscitation
  • BIPAP or CPAP
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Facility based transport of critically ill patients
  • Attendance at all newborn high risk deliveries
  • Obtains RSV specimen, collects ABG sample, sputum samples, influenza swabs for the Laboratory.
  • Documents all procedures and medications administered in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
  • Immediately reports adverse patient reactions to the Physician and/or Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Documents charges for all therapies provided.
• Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team
  • Reviews patients receiving Respiratory Care, to collaborate with the nursing and rehabilitation teams about the plan of care
  • Responds with priority to STAT orders and emergencies
  • Assists in other clinical areas as requested within the scope of practice:
    • Vital signs
    • Interdepartmental transfers
    • Cleaning and making up beds/rooms
    • Answering telephones
    • Entering orders
    • Obtaining supplies
    • Lifting/transferring patients
    • Notifies the Manager of departmental issues including malfunctioning equipment.
• Performs cleaning and clerical duties in the Department of Respiratory Care.
  • Disassembles respiratory equipment, cleans and sterilizes all reusable pieces according to CDC and the manufacturer's guidelines. Reassembles, covers & labels equipment indicating it is ready for use.
  • Enters thorough patient assessments and response to therapy in the EMR.
  • Maintains daily workload in Computer.
  • Obtains Physician orders for outpatient tests and provides non-electronic documents to HIM.
  • Communicates patient and departmental information to the on-coming Respiratory Therapist.
  • Assists with departmental performance improvement as requested.
• Provides education related to cardiopulmonary deficiencies
  • Educate the patient, family and/or caregiver(s) about necessary equipment, medications and expected physiological responses.
  • Review pulmonary exercises with the patient, family and/or caregiver(s) which may be beneficial during and after hospitalization, after collaboration with the physician.
  • Provide education to the patient about detriments to improved health and review lifestyle changes, including but not limited to smoking cessation.
  • Provided education to patients and family about asthma, develop action plans prior to discharge.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Attends and actively participates in interdepartmental meetings/education/competencies. Actively participates by giving constructive input.
• Refers to and follows policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development and attainment of departmental goals
• Contributes to the overall functioning of CMC and the department by assisting where and when needed. Functions as a positive team player.
• Maintains a clean, safe working environment.
• Assists in QI/QA as requested including data collection.
• Effectively communicates with other team members.
• Completes required work accurately and in a timely manner.

• Integrity/Pride/Honor
  :
  Exhibits the highest standards of professionalism in dealings with co-workers, employers, visitors, patients and residents both inside and outside of the facility.
• Respect/Equality
  :
  Treats others as he/she would like to be treated.
• Communication
  :
  Communicates openly and honestly and in a way that is clear and understandable. Uses positive communication and communicate appropriately with all CMC departments.
• Compassion
  :
  Creates an environment of safety and trust for patients/residents/employees
• Trust
  :
  Demonstrates trust in co-workers.
• Professionalism
  :
  Demonstrates honesty and integrity. Always strive to give 100%
• Safety
  :
  Creates/Ensures that work environment is safe for patients, residents, employees and visitors.
• Fiscal Responsibility
  :
  Is a good steward of CMC…