Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Care Services SCH - Catholic Health System : Job Details

Salary: 30.14-45.20 USDFacility: Sisters of Charity HospitalShift: Shift 1Status: Full Time FTE: 0.920000Bargaining Unit: ACE AssociatesExempt from Overtime: Exempt: NoWork Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday RotationHours: 06:00-18:00/ 6:00am - 6:00pmSummary:Provides treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory related concerns or insufficiencies in accordance with established policies, practices and standards. Performs patient assessment and delivers care per patient need and/or physician order including routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures. Administers various types of medical gas delivery devices and responsible for medical gas cylinders. Provides respiratory support via non-invasive, positive pressure devices, and mechanical ventilation and administers prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosol drugs. The Respiratory Therapist/Technician monitors, Also responds to emergency team calls and codes. Responsible for setting up, operating, and cleaning of respiratory therapy equipment. Educates patients and family members and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.Responsibilities:EDUCATIONAssociates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferredMust possess valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license to practice Respiratory TherapyShould possess Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialMay work with a limited Respiratory Therapist permit under the direct supervision of a supervising licensed physician or Respiratory Therapist, as outlined in Title VIII Education Law Article 164 section 8506BLS/CPR certification required within three months of hireEXPERIENCEOne (1) year of previous clinical experience preferred, however new graduates with a limited Respiratory Therapist permit will be consideredOrientation and training to the essential functions of the position is expected to be completed during the introduction periodKNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYMust possess good interpersonal and communication skillsMust possess the ability to assess/interpret patient data and draw appropriate conclusionsWORKING CONDITIONSFrequent exposure to infectious diseases/blood and body fluidsWorks with a variety of medical gasesMay require variable work schedules to maintain a 24/7 operation, including overnight shifts and weekend/holiday work time. Responsible to carry/respond to a pager when on dutyREQNUMBER: 32784