Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

UNC REX Healthcare; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing community health as a Senior Respiratory Therapist. In this vital role, you will leverage your advanced knowledge in respiratory care to provide exceptional patient care through airway management, mechanical ventilation, and therapeutic procedures. Collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and contribute to improving patient outcomes in a supportive environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. If you are passionate about respiratory therapy and committed to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is required.
• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Administers standard Respiratory Care including aerosol medication delivery and oxygen therapy.
• Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills while serving as a resource to other staff.

Skills

Clinical Information Interpretation

Effective Communication

Mathematical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record System

Respiratory Therapy Equipment

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:
Under the direction of the department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, the Respiratory Therapist, Senior demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care and assigned patient care areas. The Respiratory Therapist, Senior administers competent care of patients through airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients respiratory dysfunction.

Responsibilities:

1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.
2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.
3. Performs all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patient's disease process. Provides for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provides appropriate weaning techniques.
4. Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Functions independently with minimal supervision. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians. Provides in-services as required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.
5. Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient information in electronic medical record system.
6. Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with the Physician's directives. Implements appropriate pulmonary education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient with full consideration of patient safety needs. Instructs patients on bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
7. Maintains oxygen and other respiratory supplies. Inspects, tests and adjusts respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently. Orders repairs when needed. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, O2 saturation, and heart rate responses.

Other Information

Education Requirements:
● Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board. Must be registered (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care. BLS on hire. Must have either ACLS-Adults, NRP – NICU, PALS – PICU/Rex, CPFT – PFT, Advanced Practice certificate to administer moderate sedation in the Bronchoscopy Lab. Must maintain certification annually.

Professional Experience Requirements:
● Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
● Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures. Ability to document clinical information. Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from patients, physicians, family members, and other staff. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical situations.

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Respiratory Therapy

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 12.00

Salary Range: $30.73 - $44.18 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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