Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description:The Respiratory Therapist RRT provides advanced-level

respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat,

manage, and control deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary

system within the prescription of the ordering physician. This position acts

as a resource to the CRT staff. The RRT may be responsible for special

clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to the

needs of the department.To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our

organization, we will also offer up to a $15,000 and a $5,000

relocation assistance if applicable. Experience is required to receive this

bonuses. We will offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus to those that have 0-12

month's experience.to schedule a call with a recruiter to learn more!Shift: VariableScope

Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures

according to protocol. Obtains arterial gases. Oversees and troubleshoots the

operation of equipment for optimal patient care. Initiates Respiratory

Protocol according to department criteria. Initiates interventions based on

the interpretation of assessments.

Administers medications in a timely and safe manner. Evaluates effect and

re-evaluates appropriately and according to protocol. Ensures that progress of

patient is communicated to staff, physicians and other departments.

Maintains awareness of assigned patients overall condition. Communicates and

shares patient information with the physicians and nurses. Makes appropriate

recommendations for patient care. Recognizes the educational needs of patients

and families in relation to health promotion and wellness. Teaches patients

and families self care techniques and modalities.

Completes documentation according to departmental standards. Accurately

documents productivity information. Monitors supplies and equipment and

notifies appropriate person when supplies are low, out on loan or broken.

Utilizes time effectively to achieve productivity standard, including

utilizing low census time when patient load does not support full

productivity.

Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identifies potential

areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised

to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may

create problems for patients and/or staff, and takes appropriate actions.

Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.

Promotes mission, vision, and values ,abides by service behavior standards.

Performs other duties as assigned.

May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency

and qualifications) based on business need.

May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.Minimum QualificationsRequired

Graduate of AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapy is required

Current license for Respiratory Therapy in the state of practice is required

Registered Respiratory Therapist is required Health Care Provider Life Support

certification is required ACLS is required for critical care Additional may be

required for specialty areas (PALS, NALS, etc. )PreferredMembership in national professional organization (AARC, NBRC) is preferred

One (1) year of acute or critical care experience is preferredTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily .The requirements list must be representative of

the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,

experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made

to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read

information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify

equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care

providers, patient , and visitors that require employee to verbally

communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,

needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency

situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex

and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent

computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed

information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and

utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to

retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items

of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and

assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing

supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable

equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and

busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and

-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of

tiAnticipated job posting close date:04/19/2024Location:St. Marys Regional HospitalWork City:Grand JunctionWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate