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A leading healthcare provider in Buffalo seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver expert respiratory therapy to patients with pulmonary and cardiac conditions. Responsibilities include setup and operation of respiratory equipment, patient care, and education. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant certifications. Join a team committed to providing quality care and making a difference in patients' lives.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : The work involves administering a variety of respiratory
care services to patients with pulmonary and cardiac diseases and other respiratory complications at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. The incumbent sets up and operates equipment and administers respiratory therapy with the concurrence of a qualified physician. Work is performed under the general supervision of higher-level professional and medical staff. Supervision is only a function of this position when a license holder is performing direct supervision over the performance of a permit holder. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES :
Provides clinical education for respiratory care students.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment and terminology associated with respiratory therapy care; good knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, accreditation standards, and ECMCC policies and procedures; skill in the safe operation and maintenance of respiratory care equipment utilized at ECMCC; ability to observe and record patient health status as it relates to administration of respiratory therapy care; ability to educate patients on home respiratory care practices; ability to evaluate patient health status, determine patient treatment needs and administer proper respiratory therapy care; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency; ability to utilize a variety of electronic software applications; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's Degree or higher degree in Respiratory Therapy or closely related field.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Possession of a license or limited permit
Possession of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credential
Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification at time of application and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.
NOTE 3 : Verifiable part-time and / or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
Approved by Erie County
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Respiratory Care Practitioner • Buffalo, NY, United States