Respiratory Care Practitioner

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Student loan repayment assistance

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Lithonia, GA seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to serve in both inpatient and outpatient clinical departments. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, adherence to service culture guidelines, and ongoing professional growth within Emory’s respiratory therapy division.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate degree in Respiratory Care and GA licensure, with NBRC RRT credential and BLS/ACLS/NRP certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care.
• New Graduate to 2 years experience in respiratory therapy.
• Licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia (GA).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by NBRC; BLS/ACLS/NRP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assure competence to function in new areas and adhere to policies.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations.
• Participate in patient rounds and adjust therapy or ventilation as needed.
• Serve as a ventilator management resource and assist department teams.
• Attend department meetings and in-services regularly.

Education

Associates degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

165326 Respiratory Care Practitioner Division Hillandale Hosp Emory Campus Location Lithonia, GA, 30058 Campus Location US-GA-Lithonia Department HILL-Respiratory Therapy Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 165326 Job Category Therapy Schedule 6:30p-7a Standard Hours 36 Hours Hourly Minimum USD $35.00/Hr. Hourly Midpoint USD $41.60/Hr.

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day one
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more!

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 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.