RRT - Phoebe Sumter (Prn)

JOB SUMMARY

• Responsible for working with the Physician, nurses, and other health team members to deliver medication, promote bronchial hygiene, manage mechanical ventilators, and monitor oxygenation status of our patients

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines

• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization

• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures

• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)

• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.

• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.

• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

• May be scheduled as needed including overtime

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 year/Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1 - 2 years Respiratory therapy in a healthcare environment. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills

• Communication Skills

• Interpersonal Skills

• Customer Relations

• Analytical

• Grammar/Spelling

• Read/Comprehend Written Instructions

• Follow Verbal Instructions

• Mechanical

• Basic Computer Skills

• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision

• Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors

• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing

• Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Walking

• Continuously within shift (67-100%)

• Sitting

• Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Bending/Stooping

• Continuously within shift (67-100%)

• Twist at waist

• Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Pushing/Pulling

• Continuously within shift (67-100%)

• Lift/carry up to 20 lbs

• Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Reaching above shoulder

• Occasionally within shift (1-33%)