Respiratory Therapist - Nights

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist responsible for providing exceptional patient care through expert knowledge and skills. This role involves assessing patients, performing various respiratory treatments, and maintaining a high standard of safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will be certified and possess strong communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Must be registry eligible; some acute experience is preferred.
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) required.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required within specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and document appropriately.
• Perform all respiratory therapy treatments and services.
• Facilitate workflow efficiency and monitor departmental policies.

Skills

Knowledge of human respiratory anatomy

Therapeutic communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Associate's degree from an AMA accredited program

Bachelor’s degree in related healthcare field (preferred)

Job description

General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is looking fora Respiratory Therapist to join our team! We are looking for a certifiedrespiratory therapist who will provide our patients with extraordinary patientcare by demonstrating strong knowledge in the field. Respiratory care is ordered by physicians according toestablished standards, practices, and protocols.
We are looking for someone with working knowledge of human respiratoryanatomy, physiology, and pathology related to respiratory care. Knowledge ofthe operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinicalsetting. The ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory careand take corrective action. The ability to work with patients of all ages(neonatal to geriatrics). The ability to remain calm and function understressful conditions. Must work well as a team member; must be articulate andcommunicate well with all kinds of people.
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PrimaryDuties:
Assesses the physical, psychosocial, spiritual & cultural dimensions of the patient as well as educational needs and document appropriately. Where applicable, refers to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.
Performs all respiratory therapy treatments and services, including but not limited to: application, operation, monitoring, and management of all equipment and services provided. Service including but not limited to: oxygen, mixed gas, and humidity; monitoring; ventilators (Invasive and Non-invasive); bronchial hygiene; lung expansion; Spirometry testing; EKG machines; Blood Gas Analysis.
Employs principles of therapeutic communication, interviewing techniques, problem solving and crisis intervention when performing patient care.
Responds, performs, and participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by maintaining the airway, providing oxygen and ventilation via mask, endotracheal tube, or other devices, and performing closed chest cardiac massage.
Facilitates workflow efficiency, monitoring interdepartmental systems and processes, departmental policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvements as needed. Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders throughout work shift.

Qualifications:
Associate’s degree - Graduate of an AMA accredited program in respiratory care with an AAS Degree or higher.
CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) - NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist or NBRC Registered Pulmonary Function Technician from an accredited Respiratory Care Program is required.
BLS - Basic Life Support required.
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, required within one year of hire.
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Certification Program, required within one year of hire.
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification, required within one year of hire.
Must be registry eligible; some acute experience is preferred.
Preferred education: Bachelor’s degree in related healthcare field.

This position has a hiring range of $34.158 -$57.573