Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy - PRN 0.3 (as scheduled)

Memorial Health System; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health System in Marietta, OH seeks a Respiratory Therapist to assess patient needs, plan and deliver respiratory therapies, and monitor outcomes across adult and pediatric populations. You will work closely with physicians and the ED/inpatient teams to optimize patient care.

The ideal candidate holds an Ohio license as a Respiratory Care Professional, with BLS required and ACLS/NRP preferred. The role involves equipment setup, ABG analysis, and participation in quality improvement

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist by the Ohio Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Professional.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS and NRP are preferred.
• 1 year prior experience in respiratory care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient need for respiratory therapy by interviewing patients and reviewing data to develop care plans.
• Initiate, supervise, and evaluate therapeutic procedures and adjust plans to achieve goals.
• Perform ABG draws, monitoring, quality control, and system maintenance.
• Operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment and ensure sterilization/disinfection of devices.
• Assist in discharge planning for respiratory patients and participate in rounds and committees.

Skills

BLS certification

1 year experience preferred

ACLS/NRP preferred

Education

Ohio license as Respiratory Care Professional (RRT/CRT)

Job description

In an environment of continuous quality improvement under general supervision and upon passing proficiency testing, assumes responsibility for performing basic respiratory care for adult and pediatric patients. Upon completion of didactic course work and orientation, may perform various respiratory monitoring and evaluation procedures for patients of all ages. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.Job Functions:Assesses patient need for respiratory therapy by interviewing patients, performing limited physical examinations, reviewing and evaluating existing clinical data and developing a respiratory plan of care with recommendations for the appropriate type and frequency of treatment, including goalsInitiates, conducts, and evaluates efficacy of therapeutic procedures/interventions and recommends changes to the respiratory plan of care for goal achievement and successful outcomesPerforms cardiopulmonary diagnostic and/or neurodiagnostic procedures, calculates test results, determines reliability, performs quality control, evaluates implication of test results and makes clinical and critical decisions accordinglyAssists in discharge planning for respiratory patients including BiLevel, oxygen and NIVResponsible for the operation verification procedures, cleaning/disinfection, calibration, set-up, maintenance, troubleshooting and transportation of respiratory care, cardiopulmonary diagnostic and neurodiagnostic equipment.Maintains par inventory levels for supplies and rental equipmentAssists physicians and/or performs special procedures: bronchoscopy, a-lines, intubation, meconium aspiration, IVs, phlebotomy, tilt table studies, continuous EEG monitoring, EEGs and EMGsEducates patients and family on medications, equipment , lung cancer screening and disease management using Stop Light criteriaPerforms ABG draws, analysis, quality control, proficiency testing and ABG system maintenanceUses clinical and critical thinking skills as responder to Code Blue, Code Pink, Rapid Response, and Trauma Alert Level 1Independently provides critical care including, but is not limited to; application and monitoring of invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation, medical gases, patient care transports, resuscitation, airway care, high risk deliveries, and rapid response callsPerforms as an integral member of the free standing ED team, assisting where and when needed for smooth patient care flow and improved customer satisfactionResponsible for accurate documentation, billing procedures, patient tracking, and reportsParticipates on committees/ ICU patient rounds, Tumor Board, IT project teamsActively participates in quality and safety through tracking, reporting and recommendationsParticipates in community events/education/marketingAssumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessaryMinimum Education/Experience Required:Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist licensed by the Ohio Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Professional1 year prior experience preferredBLS certification requiredACLS and NRP preferredMaintains compliance in RQI required.Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the cardiopulmonary departmentCompensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, or at any USDA office, or call [phone] to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax [phone] or email at [e-mail].* Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.