Respiratory Care Practitioner

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner for Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus in Atlanta, GA. The role covers inpatient and outpatient clinical care, emphasizing evidence-based practice and patient-centered care. Minimum qualifications include an Associates degree in Respiratory Care with 0–2 years of experience.

Active Georgia license as Respiratory Care Practitioner with RRT preferred. BLS required; ACLS within 6 months and NRP for NICU are expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care.
• New Graduate to 2 years experience.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia; RRT credential preferred.
• BLS required; ACLS within 6 months of hire; NRP for NICU.

Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain competencies and guide others in policies and procedures.
• Assure equipment is functioning and ready for emergent situations; report failures as needed.
• Participate in patient rounds and discuss alternate therapy methods.
• Support ventilator management and department meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communications

Teamwork

Clinical judgment

Education

Associates degree in Respiratory Care.

Job description

164413 Respiratory Care Practitioner Division Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30308 Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta Department EHM Respiratory Therapy Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 164413 Job Category Therapy Schedule 6:45a-7:15p Standard Hours 36 Hours Hourly Minimum USD $35.00/Hr. Hourly Midpoint USD $41.60/Hr.

Description

This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas.

Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional.

Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines Provides Patient and Family Centered Care Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals

Key Responsibility Category:

• Level of Competency Completes and Maintains all competencies Refers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting
• Assures competence to function if working in new area
• Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed

Key Responsibility Category:

• Assumption of Duties Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs
• Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation
• Competent in clinical areas as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Key Responsibility Category:

• Service Area Support Suggest modifications to care to patient care team
• Acquires resources not readily available
• Serves as a resource for ventilator management
• Regularly attends department meetings (75%)
• Regularly attends in services and educational offerings

Key Responsibility Category:

• Professional Activity Partners in product evaluation and selection
• Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice.
• Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years 10 CEUs required annually

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Associates degree in Respiratory Care.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

New Graduate to 2 years experience

JUDGEMENT:

Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).

Other Requirements (if applicable):

BLS required ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):

20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.