RESPIRATORY THERAPIST- PRN Weekends

Beyond Health Management Solutions; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Horizon Rehabilitation Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to provide efficient, quality patient care on weekends. You will operate and maintain various respiratory care equipment and support diagnosis and treatment according to policy.

Must have graduated from a Respiratory Therapy program, hold an active license in the state, and current BLS; ACLS within six months. Prior critical care experience is preferred, with strong organizational and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current, valid license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification within six months of hire.
• Experience in critical care preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within department policies.
• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment.
• Perform equipment maintenance and inventory.
• Collaborate with care teams.

Skills

Critical care experience

Independent decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Respiratory Therapy program graduate

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Horizon Rehabilitation Hospital - McKinney, TX 75071, Position Type: Part Time, Job Shift: Weekends, POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for providing efficient, quality-oriented patient care within the scope of the department's policy/procedure manual. Performs support activities such as equipment maintenance, changes, inventory, and sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the following positions: None

Qualifications:

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Minimum one (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSURES, REGISTRATIONS

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required. Documented proof of obtained degrees for regulatory compliance purposes. Current BLS certification required. ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.

ATTENDANCE

Regular and punctual attendance.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

English is the primary language of the facility. Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with co- workers and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work product.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals as appropriate to the position.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form. Ability to define and solve problems and collect data.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the respiratory process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain excellent working relationships with co-workers, health care professionals and other health related facilities and organizations as appropriate.
• Promote Organization philosophy, mission and objectives within and to patients and customers outside the hospital.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time. Willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
• Demonstrates and understands the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of patient and hospital property.
• Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies.
• Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact and deal tactfully with facility staff, Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors, and government agencies.
• Ability to carry out essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities.
• Appropriately accesses the resources of the companys corporate offices for consultation and support. Routinely shares professional knowledge with staff, managers and hospital personnel.
• Attend and participate in facility meetings.
• Knowledge of emergency and disaster procedures of the facility.
• Participate in hospital wide safety program identifying risks to patient safety and reducing healthcare errors.
• Participates in relevant in-service training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Patient Rights

Promotes and protects patients rights; treats patients with dignity and respect; reports suspected abuse or neglect.

Leadership

Demonstrates willingness to try new tasks; generates new ideas for change; evaluates and recognizes priorities; communicates and models organizational values; foster high performance.

Performance Improvement

Applies performance improvement methods and techniques; assists in data collection; identifies processes for improvement in daily work; and participate in new employee orientation.

Environment of Care

Demonstrates understanding of fire and emergency procedures; participates in fire and disaster drills; demonstrates understanding of safety and security procedures; applies safety and security precautions; demonstrates understanding of hazardous materials plan; demonstrates proper use of equipment.

Infection Control

Applies hand-washing principles during daily work; demonstrates understanding of isolation precautions; demonstrates understanding of the process for identifying and handling infectious waste; maintains personal hygiene; recognizes signs and symptoms of infection and complies with the employee health program; complies with OSHA standards in the work place; and demonstrates understanding of cross- contamination. Complies with applicable health screenings.

Information Management

Enters or records data timely and accurately; protects confidentiality of patient information; protects data against loss or destruction; reports suspected violation of security/confidentiality issues timely.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Demonstrates active listening techniques; gains support through effective relationships; treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback; participates in processes to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and service; and maintains reporting mechanisms.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Attends in-service and education programs; attends and completes continuing education required for maintenance of applicable license and/or certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.