Respiratory Therapist, FT, Variable

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Job Summary

This position performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physicians order and departmental policy. Works independently in all acute and critical care settings. Consults with physicians and other personnel and makes recommendations on treatment as appropriate. Must possess skills necessary to treat patients of all ages to include infants pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric patients. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health values of compassion dignity excellence integrity and teamwork.

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of $10000 through March 1 2023

Sign on Bonus Eligible

Accountabilities

• Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physicians order departmental policy and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols. - 30%

• Able to obtain blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results accurately. 10%

• Able to initiate monitor and manage patients requiring all types of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. - 20%

• Able to initiate and manage all types of airways and associated equipment. - 10%

• Accurately and completely documents and charges for all respiratory care procedures and tasks and provides patient and family education as appropriate. - 10%

• Effectively communicates with all members of the healthcare team to include students and nurse shadows. Provides an accurate and complete report. Makes recommendations as appropriate. Communicates well with supervisors coordinators or those acting in lieu of the above. 10%

• Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. - 10%

• Acts as a good steward of resources including supplies time/productivity etc 10%

Minimum Requirements

Associates Degree - Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited school

Required Certifications Registrations Licenses

South Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

BLS

NBRC (credentials must be maintained)

Other certifications dependent on work unit : NRP PALS ACLS NPS

ACLS required within the first year for adult care areas

NRP and PALS required in the Childrens Hospital prior to working independently in the NICU and PICU

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Location

Oconee Medical Campus

Facility

1064 Oconee Memorial Hospital

Department

Respiratory Care Services

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