About this role
BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB Provides respiratory therapy and diagnostic testing in accordance with physician ordered treatment/interventions.
REPORTS TO
• Director—Respiratory Care
JOB REQUIREMENTS Supervisory Responsibilities: No Minimum Education: Associates Required. Degree: Degree in Respiratory Care or related field. License/Certification Required: Certified by the Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care required; Current BLS required; PALS and NRP certification preferred and must be obtained within 1 year of hire date. Minimum Work Experience: Pediatric respiratory care experience preferred, but not required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Must be able to work well in a variety of clinical situations including inpatient, outpatient, and transport settings. • Must be able to work effectively with patients/families as well as other members of the patient care team. • In addition to clinical training as a Respiratory Therapist, exceptional Service Excellence skills are required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supports and adheres to departmental quality improvement initiatives. • Performs general care assignments, following all regulations, and in a timely manner. • Performs accurate diagnostic testing. • Demonstrates emergency readiness. • Performs crucial care/transport assignment. • Demonstrates knowledge and the ability to provide clear and complete instructions for patient/family use of respiratory medications and treatments. • Performs Lead Therapist assignment. • Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. • Interacts with all patients, staff, volunteers, etc. in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner, as observed by management observation and peer input. • Communicates efficiently and effectively with others in the department. • Actively participates in staff educational activities such as serving as instructor, preceptor, or staff mentor when called upon. Proactively identifies and attends professional development opportunities. • Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested. • Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. • Medium lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-20 pounds frequently and 10 lbs constantly to move objects. Sudden eme
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