Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Testing

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); Vor Ort; USD 46.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Loan Forgiveness: Up to $21,000

Tuition Assistance: Up to $21,000

0.8 FTE, Days, No Weekends, No Major-H

Annual bonus potential up to $6,000

Zusammenfassung

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at the St. Luke's Pulmonary Clinic. You will perform advanced pulmonary diagnostic testing, administer inhaled medications, and analyze results within a patient-centered, safety-conscious environment.

The role requires an associate degree in respiratory care and RCP licensure, with opportunity for CPFT/RPFT certification within 18 months. 0.8 FTE, day shifts, no weekends, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required by the state of practice.
• Active CPFT or RPFT certification preferred or obtained within 18 months of hire.

Aufgaben

• Performs pulmonary diagnostic testing including spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion studies, bronchial provocation tests and inhaled medication administration.
• Ensures effective communication and teamwork, with focus on patient safety and quality of care.
• Ability to assess patient needs and age-specific considerations, providing appropriate interventions as per department standards.
• Contributes to safety by adhering to policies and reporting safety events and near misses.

Kenntnisse

Pulmonary testing

Communication skills

Safety culture

Age-appropriate care

Electronic medical records

Ausbildung

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

RCP license

Tools

EMR systems

Jobbeschreibung

Location: St. Luke's - Pulmonary Clinic

Pay Range: $33.05 - $49.60/hour

Loan Forgiveness: Up to $21,000

Tuition Assistance: Up to $21,000

Shift/Schedule: 0.8 FTE, Days, No Weekends, No Holidays, Clinical Ladder Program – up to $6,000 in additional yearly bonus potential

Qualifications We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)


• 401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%


• Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range

Major Responsibilities

• Performs pulmonary diagnostic testing which includes but is not limited to spirometry lung volumes, maximum voluntary ventilations, diffusion of carbon monoxide studies, bronchial provocation tests, administration of inhaled medications per provider order, collect and analyze blood gas samples. In addition, may perform home oxygen assessments, 6-minute walks, indirect calorimetry and provide bronchoscopy assists.


• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills.


• Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.


• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).


• Active Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) certification or Active Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 18 months of hire.

Education Required Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.

Experience Required Typically requires 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.


• Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.


• Proficient computer skills, use of electronic mail and electronic medical record systems.


• Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.


• Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.


• Must sit, stand and walk the majority of the workday as well as lift, squat, bend, twist, kneel and reach above shoulders throughout.


• Must be able to:


• Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.


• Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.


• Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.


• Must be able to:


• Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.


• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.


• Exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and explosive hazards. As a result, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.