Respiratory Therapist

Bay Area Hospital; Coos Bay (OR); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 77 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Union UFCW

Résumé du poste

Bay Area Hospital in Oregon seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, administer therapies, and monitor responses. You will educate patients on respiratory care and collaborate with the care team to optimize outcomes.

Required Oregon license, NBRC registration, and BLS; ACLS and PALS/ENPC preferred. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits through UFCW union affiliation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in Oregon and NBRC registered.
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS/ENPC preferred or to be obtained.
• NRP Provider certification preferred; ENPC acceptable.
• Proven ability to use electronic documentation systems.

Responsabilités

• Assess patient respiratory status and provide prescribed treatments.
• Evaluate response to therapy and document outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and wellness.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on care plans.

Connaissances

English literacy

Computer skills

Attendance reliability

Team collaboration

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Oregon Respiratory Therapist license

NBRC registration

BLS

ACLS

PALS or ENPC

NRP Provider

Description du poste

Respiratory TherapistSkip to main content# CareersRespiratory Therapist page is loaded## Respiratory TherapistApplylocations: Bay Area Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R6681**Time Type:**Full time**Hours per Pay Period:**80**Shift:**As Assigned**Minimum:**$37.72 USD**Maximum:**$55.98 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)**Department:**Respiratory Care**Current Bay Area Hospital Employee:** If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.**Job Description:**Respiratory Therapist RegisteredPerforms assessment of patient respiratory status, provides respiratory treatments, evaluates patient’s response to effectiveness of care delivered, provides patient education regarding respiratory treatments, health and wellness.**EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES**Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.****POSITION SUMMARY****Performs assessment of patient respiratory status, provides respiratory treatments, evaluates patient’s response to effectiveness of care delivered, provides patient education regarding respiratory treatments, health and wellness.**PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Assesses patient with respect to pulmonary function/respiratory status* Provides respiratory treatments and utilizes equipment that supports or improves ventilatory function* Evaluates, records, and reports effectiveness of treatments and patient response* Provides patient education regarding treatment, health, and wellness; evaluates patient/family response to teaching* Collaborates with interdisciplinary patient care team regarding plan of care, with focus on impact of patient’s respiratory status on overall condition/progress/health* Performs other duties as assigned**SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Reads, writes legibly, converses effectively in the English language* Demonstrates the ability to use a personal computer and software programs applicable to the position, e.g. electronic documentation programs* Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location**EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES*** High school graduate, or equivalent (copy of academic degree or transcript will be required upon hire if performing Moderate Complexity Testing)* American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)* American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month grace period* American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nurses’ Association Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 1 year grace period* American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 1 year grace period* Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Oregon and Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)**EXPERIENCE*** One or more years experience as a respiratory therapist in an acute hospital setting preferred**GENERAL INFORMATION**Union Affiliation: UFCWThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.****PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS***** Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently* Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs* Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision* Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects* Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair* May be required to lift up to 75 pounds* Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids* Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone* Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment**SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Reads, writes legibly, converses effectively in the English language* Demonstrates the ability to use a personal computer and software programs applicable to the position, e.g. electronic documentation programs* Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location**EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES*** High school graduate, or equivalent (copy of academic degree or transcript will be required upon hire if performing Moderate Complexity Testing)* American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)* American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month grace period* American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nurses’ Association Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 1 year grace period* American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 1 year grace period* Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Oregon and Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)**EXPERIENCE*** One or more years experience as a respiratory therapist in an acute hospital setting preferred**GENERAL INFORMATION**Union Affiliation: UFCWThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.**PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS*** Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently* Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs* Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision* Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects* Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair* May be required to lift up to 75 pounds* Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids* Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone* Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment**Compensation Grade:**UFCW**Compensation Grade Profile:**U092Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.