Respiratory Therapist

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; Presencial; USD 56.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Phelps Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess, treat, and monitor the respiratory care of an assigned group of patients, ensuring adherence to standards of care and patient safety.

The role requires graduation from a CoARC-approved program, Missouri licensure, and BLS/ACLS certifications, with a preference for candidates with one year of experience and NBRC credentialing.

Formación

• Graduated from a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• Active credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care preferred; MO license required.
• BLS and ACLS certification required or maintained.

Responsabilidades

• Assess and evaluate respiratory care needs for assigned patients.
• Administer treatments and monitor responses.
• Document care per hospital policy and ensure patient safety and quality.
• Maintain required certifications and competencies without lapse.
• Communicate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.

Conocimientos

Respiratory care

Clinical assessment

Patient safety

Team communication

Educación

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care Program

Descripción del empleo

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

General Summary

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, implementing and evaluating the respiratory care of an assigned group of patients while demonstrating clinical competence relevant to the respiratory care scope of practice, and adhering to the AARC Statement of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Job Knowledge: Understands duties and responsibilities and has the necessary job knowledge and technical skills to perform the duties of a respiratory therapist.

Incorporates critical thinking into his/her practice of respiratory care and keeps knowledge and abilities current through continuing education and various educational opportunities.

Administers treatment and performs initial and ongoing monitoring, assessment and evaluation of signs, symptoms and general physical responses to respiratory care procedures to improve quality, enhance patient safety, and to provide accurate information to other healthcare team members.

Quality: Is attentive to detail and accuracy and is committed to excellence. Provides quality respiratory care including administration of pharmacological, diagnostic and therapeutic agents within the respiratory scope of practice.

Maintains required certifications, licensure and competencies without lapse. Documents patient care activity accurately and effectively within the guidelines established by hospital policy and procedure. Identifies and acts on quality problems to ensure optimal outcomes and patient safety.

Safety: Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, critical lab notification, etc. to ensure that patient care is provided in an optimally safe environment.

Dependability: Meets all departmental deadlines and completes assignments. Works independently, accepts accountability, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure and meets attendance and punctuality requirements. Demonstrates understanding of the dynamics of health care, adapting to change in a positive and professional manner so as to support the hospital mission, vision, and values.

Productivity: Manages a fair workload, volunteers for additional work, prioritizes tasks, develops good work procedures, manages time well and handles information flow. Requests help when necessary and delegates appropriately to team members while maintaining an atmosphere fostering teamwork and accountability.

Teamwork: Communicates pertinent patient information to other members of the healthcare team in order to improve patient outcomes and promote quality care. Communicates to patient and family members in a manner that enhances the patient experience and promotes learning to ensure desired health care outcomes. Listens to others and values opinions, helps department meet established goals, assists in orientation of new employees and clinical instruction of students and promotes a team atmosphere. Volunteers to help with departmental projects and participates on organizational teams.

Education

Graduate of CoARC-approved Respiratory Care Program.

Work Experience

One year of respiratory experience preferred.

Certification/License

Active credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care highly preferred.

Licensed by the state of Missouri as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Required to have and maintain American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certification.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Considerable mental concentration required. Lifting up to 35 lbs., turning activities and nearly constant walking required.

Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious disease and hostile persons at times. Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and other body fluids.

Minimal physical discomfort.

Benefits & Opportunities

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself!

About Phelps Health

Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.