Respiratory Therapist​/RTT

Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital |US:

ME:

Pittsfield | Rehabilitative Services | Full Time

Salary range-  USD

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital

Department
:

Respiratory Therapy

Position islocated: {Pittsfield, ME
}

Work Type
:

Full Time

Work Schedule
:6:30 AM TO 4:00 PM

Salary Range : $ 29.68 - $45.55

Exempt:
No

Summary
:

The purpose of this job is to administer therapeutic and diagnostic services for respiratory services, education to patients and staff, and to maintain equipment.

Responsibilities
:

• Performs respiratory testing as required - with accuracy and timeliness.
• Proper utilization of all resources required by job (equipment, supplies, finances, time).
• Train and act as resource for the nursing staff in all SVH departments to monitor/control respiratory equipment. Checking the knowledge level of all nursing staff.
• Provide treatments for inpatients and emergency patients in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency calls for respiratory assistance as soon as possible – at least by telephone.
• Able to independently operate C-pap, Bi-pap ventilator or other equipment required for patient treatment.
• Follow all patient testing / treatments through to completion – charting/charging and reporting to PCP.
• Educate Pulmonary Rehabilitation Patients.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times – following privacy & confidentiality policies.
• Assess each patient for physical and mental capabilities – as well as patient’s level of understanding.
• Maintains all equipment in quality condition – calling appropriate service personnel as required.
• Maintains supply inventory.
• Checks and rearranges patient exams to allow for smooth running of department – working closely with scheduler.
• Maintain a safe environment which includes knowing and understanding hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Report and directly address identified environmental hazards when appropriate.
• Report and directly address violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed.

Other Information
:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist Required.

Competencies and Skills

• Demonstrates Adaptability:
  Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence:
  Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
• Effectively Communicates:
  Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.
• Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision…