Position Title

Ambulatory Respiratory Therapist

Medical Pavilion

Position Summary / Career Interest:The Ambulatory Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing patient care activities and other tasks that contribute to high-quality, safe, and effective patient care, such as executing protocols, administering respiratory care, and educating patients, families, students, and other care providers.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

Administers, monitors, and assesses the effectiveness of respiratory care in an efficient and effective manner for outpatients, within the clinic setting.Uses independent judgement in the application of respiratory care protocols and is self-motivated to take responsible and professional action within the scope of practice.Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals, and values of the hospital, department, and division.Follows policies, procedures, and department standards. Interacts with physicians and other health system staff to provide quality, safe, and efficient care for the patient.Maintains positive working relations with customers. Demonstrates mature, sensitive, and effective communications with all age groups, especially under high levels of stress.Educates patients and family members regarding cardiorespiratory topics, medications, equipment, and procedures.Reacts appropriately under high levels of stress. Demonstrates flexibility in the face of uncertainty and can take responsible and professional action without awaiting orders.Assists in the orientation, training, and evaluating New Grads, students and new employees.Assist with the ambulation of patients.Quickly respond to critical situations including taking stairs to reach emergencies and assist in the removal of patients from the building (in case of fire).Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

Associates Degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent military training programHigh School Graduate

Preferred Education and Experience

Master's Degree in Respiratory Care or related fieldBachelors Degree in Respiratory Care or related fieldAdditional respiratory therapy work experienceExperience in clinical instruction of studentsSix months of experience in critical care

Required Licensure and Certification

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) within 180 DaysNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) within 180 DaysRegistered Respiratory Therapist(RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 1-1/2 YrsLicensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) - State Board of Healing ArtsAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 180 DaysBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 Days

Knowledge Requirements

Basic computer knowledge

Time Type:Full time

Job Requisition ID:R-44948

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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