Respiratory Therapist / SEIU - E

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Respiratory Therapist in Pittsburgh, responsible for patient care and therapeutic procedures. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary certifications and provide effective treatment and documentation in compliance with healthcare standards. This full-time position offers opportunities to impact patient outcomes in respiratory health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a respiratory therapy program with Pennsylvania licensure.
• CRT certification required before TPP expiration.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital policies.
• Completes necessary documentation for department effectiveness.
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures as required.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Assessment

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Job description

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GENERAL OVERVIEW

Provides assessment, treatment, care and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
• Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
• Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
  
  

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Provides assessment, treatment, care and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
• Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
• Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum

• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program
• Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) National Board of Respiratory Care required prior to the expiration of the Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  
  

Preferred

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT
• Two years’ experience in pulmonary/respiratory medicine in a hospital setting
  
  

Disclaimer The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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