Respiratory Therapist / Seiu - E

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Provides assessment, treatment, care and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
• Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
• Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner CRT or TPP required.
• BCLS required upon hire.

Preferred

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT preferred.

• One year experience in a hospital setting preferred.

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