Respiratory Therapist I, Float II, Pineville

Atrium Health Enterprise; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Respiratory Therapist to apply oxygen delivery methods, initiate and monitor ventilators, and perform prescribed respiratory procedures. You will assess patient needs, document therapy results, and communicate with the care team.

Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program with an RRT credential and state licensure is required. BLS is required; Bachelor's degree is preferred. Two years of critical care experience may be expected for advanced roles.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the applicable state.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in modes of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each.
• Administers therapeutic procedures and explains benefits/risks.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Evaluates current therapies and makes recommendations for plans of care.
• Documents therapy and results; communicates with the healthcare team.
• Operates respiratory care techniques in emergencies.
• Performs blood sampling analysis and interprets results.
• Works independently across patient care areas and assists others.
• Follows safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Completes proficiency evaluations of equipment and procedures.
• Proficient with electronic medical records interfaces.

Skills

Oxygen delivery

Ventilator management

Diagnostics

Emergency care

Documentation

EMR proficiency

Team communication

Safety compliance

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Care program

RRT credential

Bachelor's degree preferred

RCP licensure

BLS certification

Job description

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

Physical Requirements

Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Education, Experience And Certifications

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care. Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required, Bachelor's' degree preferred. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of applicable state.BLS required per policy guidelines.For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years' critical care experience required.