Respiratory Therapist - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health Partners; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking healthcare provider, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional respiratory care. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will assess patients, implement treatment plans, and educate patients and their families about respiratory health. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, ensuring the highest quality of care is provided. With a focus on professional growth and development, you will have the chance to enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients across diverse age groups. If you are passionate about patient care and ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Care License and National Board for Respiratory Care credential required.
• Previous experience in ambulatory or acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and implement treatment plans.
• Provide patient education on respiratory therapies and monitor treatment effectiveness.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Data Interpretation

Knowledge of Respiratory Therapy Equipment

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Time Management Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

PRN - Nights

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures within scope of license. Monitors the patient's response to therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.

Essential Job Functions

1. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectiveness.
2. Performs treatments and therapies according to physician orders. Explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response. Sets up and maintains different modes of therapy. Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals.
3. Maintains proper documentation, patient medical charting and recordkeeping. Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
4. Provides patient education on cardiopulmonary diseases/disorders and associated treatment options. Instructs patient and patient’s caregiver(s) in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, oxygen therapy, home aerosol therapy, or ventilator care, if applicable.
5. Sets up and maintains respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
6. May serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
7. Responds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (preferred)
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license (required for Home Care/DME)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field (preferred)

Work Experience

Previous working experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting (preferred)

6 months Respiratory Therapy experience in a general care area (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population – Competency is based on the patient population of the site/facility

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X

Stoop, Kneel X

CrawlingX

ClimbingX

BalanceX

BendingX

Work Position

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Sitting X

Walking X

Standing X

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members.

Good communication skills.

Able to effectively work with diverse people.

Good customer service skills.

Good organizational skills and time management skills.

Good oral and written communication.

Able to receive feedback.

Able to gather and interpret data.

Accountability.

Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.

Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.

Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

Arterial blood gas punctures and testing.

Airway maneuvers.

Bedside pulmonary function.

Patient assessment.

Patient education.

Knowledge of chest suction equipment.

Knowledge of chest X-ray interpretation.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans.

Prescription drug coverage.

Flexible spending accounts.

Life insurance w/AD&D.

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible.

Paid time off.

Educational Assistance.

And much more.

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].