Reg Respiratory Therapist - Part Time - Day/PM Shift - Traverse City, MI

Munson Healthcare; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Reg Respiratory Therapist - Part Time - Day/PM Shift - Traverse City, MI

Munson Medical Center, Traverse City, Michigan

Requisition #: 60120
Total hours worked per week: 28

Description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides care for all ages of patients. In addition to covering the general and pediatric nursing units and following competency assessment, this therapist may also accept patient care assignments in the Emergency Department, PACU, and adult critical care. Some therapists provide services in other clinical areas as directed by their facility.

Education and Experience

Required: High School or GED

Certification, Licensure, Registration:

• State of Michigan Respiratory Therapist Licensure or eligible to apply for Licensure
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) that is Registry-eligible (RRT must be obtained within 4 months to remain in RRT classification)

Essential Duties

1. Performs all routine respiratory care including oxygen and continuous aerosol therapy, aerosol treatments, MDI/DPI administration, chest physiotherapy/postural drainage, incentive spirometry, intermittent positive pressure breathing, PEP therapy, continuous positive airway pressure, tracheostomy care, and continuous medicated aerosol therapy, as per department policy and procedure.
2. Performs monitoring procedures including oximetry, capnometry, blood gas draws and analysis, weaning parameters, and peak flow measurements as per departmental policy and procedure.
3. Performs emergency airway management and functions as a member of the Code Blue Adult and Pediatric Teams. Selected therapists, following in-service and demonstrated proficiency, may provide endotracheal intubation.
4. Responds to all Medical Response Team (MRT) and Pediatric Medical Response Team (PRT) calls.
5. Selected therapists, following orientation and demonstrated competency, perform ventilator care and management in the intensive care areas.
6. Performs respiratory care assessments for all patients cared for utilizing approved respiratory care protocols and established respiratory care plans.
7. Maintains current BLS training. ACLS and/or PALS certification if required (specific to organization) within established timeframe.
8. Participates in all mandatory education and proficiency testing for procedures performed in patient areas assigned.
9. Performs continuous quality improvement measurements as directed by the department manager.
10. Performs daily charges and maintains infection control practices in performance of work duties.
11. Accesses information via EMR and routinely prints reports and verifies accuracy of active Respiratory Care orders.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Reports to the Respiratory Care Manager through the direct supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Coordinators. Provides direction to and supervision of Respiratory Technicians, Interns, Aides, and Students. Works collaboratively and effectively with all members of the Patient Care Team.

Organizational Expectations

• Models Munson Healthcare’s Purpose – We Improve Lives
• Embraces and supports the Munson Healthcare Alignment Framework including our Purpose, Mission, Vision, Values, True North Goals, Strategic Vision and Goals, and Operating System.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.