Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator Specialist

Atrium Health; Kings Mountain (NC); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Atrium Health in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care across patient care areas. The role involves delivering oxygen therapy, operating ventilators, and ensuring patient education and safety in accordance with hospital policies.

Responsibilities include evaluating therapies, documenting results, and responding to emergencies with proficient blood gas analysis and PHI protection.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required by NBRC.
• Associate degree in respiratory therapy required; BA/BS preferred.
• BSRT preferred; licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner/RT in state of work.

Responsabilités

• Demonstrates knowledge of various modes of oxygen delivery and related equipment to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, explains purpose and potential effects, and performs diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators and understands critical care duties and effects.

Connaissances

Organization

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

PHI handling

Formation

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

BA/BS or higher

BSRT preferred

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Atrium Health in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care across patient care areas. The role involves delivering oxygen therapy, operating ventilators, and ensuring patient education and safety in accordance with hospital policies.

Responsibilities include evaluating therapies, documenting results, and responding to emergencies with proficient blood gas analysis and PHI protection.