Registered Respiratory Therapist II - Part Time

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each; Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose, benefits, and possible effects associated with each; Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy; Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators; Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs; Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies; Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team; Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting; Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results; Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible; Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department; Follows departmental safety guidelines; Completes all regulatory requirements; Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures; Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served; Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job; Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes

Requirements

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required; Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work; Basic Life Support for healthcare providers through the American Heart Association required; Advanced certification per facility/department; Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required; Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered); For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience; For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible for this job code; This is a Clinical Ladder position requiring advancement per the Respiratory Therapist Clinical Ladder; Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills; Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships; Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills; Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development and skills appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served

Nice to have

BA/BS or higher preferred; BSRT preferred

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program