Respiratory Therapy Sleep Therapist Sleep Care KMH

Facility: Kenmore Mercy Hospital

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time FTE: 0.920000

Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Hours: 6:00am to 6:00pm

Summary:

Performs prescribed procedures of respiratory care and the sleep laboratory under the direction of a physician in accordance with established policies, practices and standards.

Responsibilities:

EDUCATION

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

• Must possess valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license to practice Respiratory Therapy

• Must possess Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

• Must possess Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (R.PSG.T.) credential

• BLS/CPR certification required within three months of hire

EXPERIENCE

• Pre-Hire Experience: Three (3) years of previous respiratory and/ or sleep clinical experience preferred, however new graduates with a license to practice Respiratory Therapy will be considered

• Post-Hire Experience: Orientation and training to the essential functions of the position is expected to be completed during the introduction period

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills

Must possess the ability to assess/interpret patient data and draw appropriate conclusionsWORKING CONDITIONS:Frequent exposure to infectious diseases/blood and body fluids.Works with a variety of medical gases.May require variable work schedules to maintain a 24/7 operation, including overnight shifts and weekend/holiday work time

Responsible to carry/respond to hospital-issued mobile device when on duty