Respiratory Therapist- PRN Weekends

Job Details:

Job Location:

Horizon Rehabilitation Hospital - McKinney, TX 75071, Position Type:
Part Time, Job Shift: Weekends, POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for providing efficient, quality-oriented patient care within the scope of the department's policy/procedure manual. Performs support activities such as equipment maintenance, changes, inventory, and sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness.

Supervises the following positions:
None

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.

• Minimum one (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required. Documented proof of obtained degrees for regulatory compliance purposes. Current BLS certification required. ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.

Regular and punctual attendance.

English is the primary language of the facility. Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with co- workers and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work product.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals as appropriate to the position.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form. Ability to define and solve problems and collect data.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the respiratory process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals.

Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

• Maintain excellent working relationships with co-workers, health care professionals and other health related facilities and organizations as appropriate.
• Promote Organization philosophy, mission and objectives within and to patients and customers outside the hospital.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time. Willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
• Demonstrates and understands the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of patient and hospital property.
• Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies.
• Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact and deal tactfully with facility staff, Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors, and government agencies.
• Ability to carry out essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities.
• Appropriately accesses the resources of the companys corporate offices for consultation and support. Routinely shares professional knowledge with staff, managers and hospital personnel.
• Attend and participate in facility meetings.
• Knowledge of emergency and disaster…