Respiratory Therapist - Part-time

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Responsible for performing adult pulmonary function testing, stress testing, arterial punctures and pulse oximetry for the laboratories in the Department of Medicine. Performs patient testing on adult patients, evaluates patient status and provides appropriate treatment and diagnostic tests. Maintains confidential patient files. Acts as a resource to and consults with physicians on matters pertaining to diagnostic testing. Performs operations, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of diagnostic therapeutic and computer equipment.

The incumbent can perform inventory and ordering of supplies and medicine.

Schedule:

Three 8‑hour shifts each week; 8 a–4:30 p.

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Independently performs all specified pulmonary function tests requested by physicians, including spirometry, flow loops, Helium dilution, nitrogen washout, plethysmographic lung volume, diffusion capacity, broncho‑dilator & methacholine studies, arterial blood gas draws, pulse oximetry, and maximum inspiratory and expiratory pressure measurements. Performs bronchospasm evaluations to determine the effect of medication on pulmonary abilities reflected by previous pulmonary function studies.
• Makes notations of test results and calibration from equipment for physician review. Modifies treatment and testing plans to appropriate pediatric format for all non‑adult patients.
• Completes all patient histories, demographic data & billing information maintaining confidentiality of all records and files. Updates and maintains the patient database. Schedules appointments and follow‑ups, makes appropriate confirmation calls. Completes all paperwork for each patient visit using the correct codes and documentation for follow‑up.
• Offers instruction and therapy in anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system with regard to specific diseases, use of an inhaler, aerosol inhalation, chest percussion, postural drainage exercises, pursed‑lips or abdominal breathing exercises, ambulatory breathing exercises and coughing techniques.
• Orders all medical miscellaneous and drug supplies for each laboratory use. Maintains cleanliness, order and safety of labs. Keeps equipment in good functioning order, requesting maintenance service when needed. Sterilizes and cleans equipment according to standards and procedural guidelines.
• Performs all required calibrations as needed, maintains documentation for review by regulatory agencies (IE DCRA JACHO).
• Maintains files for completed testing.
• Performs billing for physician part of the neuro‑diagnostic testing, maintains records and files completed paperwork appropriately.
• Participates in meetings and on committees, representing the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent degree in an allied health profession with concentrated study in mathematics and/or physics.
• Consideration will be given to an appropriate combination of education/training and experience.

• Statistical knowledge essential. Knowledge of arterial blood draws, spirometry, flow volume loops, DLCO lung volumes, bronchodilator and methacholine measurements and calibrations. Knowledge of both adult and pediatric pulmonary functions and test procedures required.
• Advanced life support preferred.

• CRT – Certified Respiratory Therapist or Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) or Professional Registration as a Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) must be obtained within 1 year.
• Cert Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT), CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist), or Professional Registration as a Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) must be obtained.

• Verbal ability required to understand medical terminology and technical language.
• Good written communication skills and computer knowledge are essential.
• Manual dexterity required to operate equipment and perform pulmonary function tests.
• Must be technical with regard to the orientation of work ethics and patient interaction.

USD $35.68 – $64.71 per hour.

Entry level

Part-time

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