Respiratory Therapist, Weekends

Shepherd Center; United States; Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to develop and adjust care plans, manage ventilators and ABG analyses, and educate patients and families.

Requires CRT/RRT credentials and Georgia licensure, with several years of clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Active BLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Evaluates and assesses patient needs for respiratory therapy and performs complex respiratory therapy procedures to ensure successful outcomes of the patient care plan.
• Interacts with patients daily, actively participating in their recovery plan.
• Work in collaboration with other respiratory therapist, RN’s, physicians, and other team members to collect data for the patient care plan.
• Performs all respiratory treatment modalities, ventilator management, pulmonary mechanics, arterial blood gas procurement and analysis.
• Sets-up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, gas administration, aerosol generators, inhalants and other respiratory therapy devices.
• Utilize clinical skills including bronchoscopy, mechanical ventilation, aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, pulmonary hygiene, and artificial airway maintenance.

Connaissances

Communication

Clinical assessment

Time management

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient education

Formation

CRT Certification

RRT Credential

Accredited RT Program

Outils

Ventilator equipment

ABG analysis equipment

EMR systems

Description du poste

About Shepherd Center With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked byU.S. Newsas one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again. Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates and assesses patient needs for respiratory therapy and performs complex respiratory therapy procedures to ensure successful outcomes of the patient care plan.
• Interacts with patients daily, actively participating in their recovery plan.
• Work in collaboration with other respiratory therapist, RN’s, physicians, and other team members to collect data for the patient care plan.
• Performs all respiratory treatment modalities, ventilator management, pulmonary mechanics, arterial blood gas procurement and analysis.
• Sets-up and operates devices, such as mechanical ventilators, gas administration, aerosol generators, inhalants and other respiratory therapy devices.
• Utilize clinical skills including bronchoscopy, mechanical ventilation, aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, pulmonary hygiene, and artificial airway maintenance.
• Clean and disinfect non-disposable respiratory equipment, as well as stocking equipment in all units.
• Perform and analyze ABG, EKG, and Capnography according to policy and procedure, and recommends changes in treatment as appropriate.
• Performs DPS pacing sessions according to policy and procedure, and properly monitors patient before, during and after pacing sessions.
• Collaborates and supports the plan of care as established by the interdisciplinary team and prescribes interventions to attain the expected outcomes.
• Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attainment of the outcomes, working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Actively educates patients and family members in disease process, treatment modalities, medications, etc. on an ongoing basis and as assigned.
• Prepares and maintains a record of observations and care given.
• Documents information clearly and completely utilizing correct forms/systems and in a timely manner according to Center policy.
• Performs consistent with Shepherd Center standards, clinical policies, and procedures.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
• Actively participates in center-wide efforts that affect respiratory practice.
• Adheres to patient/family centered principles using the communication and engagement tools (OARS/AIDECT).
• Establishes relationships with other respiratory therapists.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility.
• Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.
• Perform other duties as required/requested/assigned.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION:

• BLS required.
• ACLS certification required six (6) months of start date.
• Active Georgia Respiratory Care Licensure.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years recent clinical experience preferred.

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS:

• Basic computer skills.
• Working knowledge of all treatment and therapeutic patient care devices used by respiratory staff.
• Must display knowledge of growth, development and the ability to obtain, interpret and disseminate information in terms of age specific patient needs (adolescent, adult and geriatric. Demonstrates competency in time management, organization, prioritization and critical thinking by planning and organizing work assignments and prioritizing the specific needs of the patient.
• Ability to assess patient and family needs and coordinate appropriate nursing plan of care.
• Takes responsibility for growing professionally and seek opportunities for improving skills.
• Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
• Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and makes sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition.
• Maintains congenial working relationships with RNs and others.
• Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.
• Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience with patients with Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, and/or behavioral health preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Uses body, tools, or special devices to safely, effectively, and efficiently to move, guide, or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize. Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONs:

Normal patient care environment. Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Some potential exposure to infectious viruses.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems, Shepherd Center is ranked by U.S. News as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.

We’re often recognized among the best employers and as a best place to work. Many of our staff have been here for decades. We have a culture of hope, humor, and hard work that helps patients achieve their highest levels of independence with dignity.