Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator Services

Lincare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health care is seeking an Entry Level Respiratory Therapist for Ventilator Services to provide compassionate patient care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include therapy procedures, patient education, and maintenance of safety protocols. Join a committed team aiming to deliver high-quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position in respiratory care with responsibilities for therapy and patient interactions.
• Understanding of policies and procedures related to respiratory therapy is critical.
• Must demonstrate professionalism and ability to handle patient care effectively.

Responsibilities

• Participate in therapy procedures and interdisciplinary care.
• Assist in emergency coverage and maintain safety protocols for equipment.
• Provide education and support to patients and families regarding care.

Skills

Patient management

Therapy procedures

Confidentiality

Professional demeanor

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator Services

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This employee is responsible for participating in the performance of the day-to-day activities of the Respiratory Care Department, including but not limited to therapy procedures, in service education, tracheotomy and ventilator management and weaning, as well as interdisciplinary care with both core and ancillary staff. This employee is also responsible for the completion of the therapist's duties both for general population of the facility, as well as home care when necessary.

• Performs any and or all duties of the respiratory care program as required
• Adheres to Policy and Procedure
• Adheres to work schedule
• Also responsible for assisting in emergency coverage when the need arises
• Consults with family members, physicians, and other health care professionals as appropriate
• Takes on active role in in-service education of employees as well as the community
• Assist with Q.A. and other reports as requested
• Assists with on call for company needs
• Provides updates consistently to supervisor for changes and patient status
• Participates in checking for safety, care, and cleaning of equipment and maintenance of the department
• KEY INTERFACES
• Patients & Patient families
• Unit Pulmonologist/Physician/Nurse Practitioner
• Facility staff (physical/speech/occupational therapy, social services, nursing, core care group)
• Regional Hospitals & Home care (referral sources)
• Respiratory Therapy Staff/Peers
• Unit Manager
• REQUIRED CRITICAL BEHAVIORS
• Will need to cope with the demands of both patients and families
• Will need to maintain patient and employee confidentiality
• Must demonstrate professional demeanor and appearance
• Must have ability to gain and maintain thorough knowledge of paperwork and apply policy and procedure appropriately

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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