Respiratory Therapist, GMH - FT - Nights

Prisma Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves performing critical respiratory therapy procedures, managing patient care across all age groups, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in respiratory care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient education. Join a forward-thinking organization that values compassion and excellence in healthcare delivery, and make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in South Carolina.
• 2 years experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures independently.
• Document and charge for all procedures accurately.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Care

Blood Gas Analysis

Mechanical Ventilation

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Blood Gas Devices

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

This position performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physician's order and departmental policy. Works independently in all acute and critical care settings. Consults with physicians and other personnel and makes recommendations on treatment as appropriate. Must possess skills necessary to treat patients of all ages to include infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients as appropriate for the role.

Accountabilities

• Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance to physician orders, policies, procedures and protocols. - 15%
• Able to obtain blood gases from all sites, analyze and report results appropriately, and provide QC maintenance of blood gas devices when necessary. - 10%
• Able to initiate and manage all types of airways and the associated equipment, including invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. - 15%
• Accurately and completely documents and charges for all procedures and tasks. Provides patient and family education, documents in the care plan as appropriate. - 10%
• Effectively communicates with all members of the health care team, provides complete and accurate shift report.Makes appropriate recommendations for care. - 10%
• Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives.Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. - 10%

• Must participate in at least one of the following:- 5%

  a. serve as ambassador for system wide initiatives (ie united way, employee survey, etc)

  b. serve as a team captain (ie employee survey, heart walk, march of dimes, etc)

  c. help coordinate and particpate in Respiratory Care Week activities

• Must participate in at least one of the following: - 15%

  a. cross training for other departments and/or age populations

  b. assist in training opportunities for student, new employees, RNs, others
• Acts as a good steward of resources, including supplies, time/productivity - 5%

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Associate's Degree from a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved Respiratory Care program
• Experience - 2 years experience working as a Registered Respiratory Therapist

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in south Carolina.

  Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

• BLS required. NBRC credentials must be maintained.

• Other certifications dependent on work unit : NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS

Other Required Skills and Experience

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Location

Greenville Memorial Med Campus

Facility

1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department

10087135 Respiratory Care Services

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