Job Description:The Respiratory Therapist RRT provides advanced-level
respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat,
manage, and control deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary
system within the prescription of the ordering physician. This position acts
as a resource to the CRT staff. The RRT may be responsible for special
clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to the
needs of the department.Scope
Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures
according to protocol in complex patient care departments, including
critical care, surgery, neonatal or pulmonary diagnostics. Obtains
arterial gases. Oversees and troubleshoots the operation of equipment for
optimal patient care. Initiates Respiratory Protocol according to department
criteria. Initiates interventions based on the interpretation of assessments.
Administers medications in a timely and safe manner. Evaluates effect and
re-evaluates appropriately and according to protocol. Ensures that progress of
patient is communicated to staff, physicians and other departments.
Maintains awareness of assigned patients overall condition. Communicates and
shares patient information with the physicians and nurses. Makes appropriate
recommendations for patient care. Recognizes the educational needs of patients
and families in relation to health promotion and wellness. Teaches patients
and families self care techniques and modalities.
May support leadership team in leading the work of the shift, acting as a
resource, and providing support to other department associates.
Completes documentation according to departmental standards. Accurately
documents productivity information. Monitors supplies and equipment and
notifies appropriate person when supplies are low, out on loan or broken.
Utilizes time effectively to achieve productivity standard, including
utilizing low census time when patient load does not support full
productivity.
Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identifies potential
areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised
to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may
create problems for patients and/or staff, and takes appropriate actions.
Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.
Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides
by service behavior standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency
and qualifications) based on business need.
May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.Minimum QualificationsRequiredGraduate of AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapy is required
Current license for Respiratory Therapy in the state of practice is required
Registered Respiratory Therapist is required Health Care Provider Life Support
certification is required ACLS is required for critical care Additional may be
required for specialty areas (PALS, NALS, etc. )
Two (2) years of hospital experience including critical care as Therapist
is requiredPreferred
Membership in national professional organization (AARC, NBRC) is preferred
One (1) year of acute or critical care experience is preferredTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of
the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,
experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read
information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify
equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care
providers, patients, and visitors tha require employee to verbally
communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,
needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency
situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex
and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent
computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed
information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and
utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to
retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items
of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and
assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable
equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and
busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and
-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of
tiAnticipated job posting close date:07/26/2024Location:Saint Joseph HospitalWork City:DenverWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience.$31.83 - $48.00We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we
provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
