Job Description:
Embark on a rewarding career as a Respiratory Therapist with Sleep Therapy and Research Center, a leading organization dedicated to advancing patient care in the bustling Medical Center. Join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with respiratory disorders and cardiopulmonary conditions. We are seeking skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapists to contribute to our commitment to excellence in respiratory care.
Why Join Us:
- Growth Opportunities: Be a part of a rapidly expanding organization that offers numerous avenues for personal and professional development in the field of respiratory therapy.
- Team-Centric Culture: Join a workplace that values collaboration, where your role will be instrumental in shaping a positive and supportive team environment.
- Cutting-Edge Care: Work with state-of-the-art respiratory equipment and stay at the forefront of advancements in respiratory therapy.
Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment and Treatment:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' respiratory conditions.
- Develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans.
- Administer respiratory therapies, medications, and interventions as prescribed.
- Ventilator Management:
- Monitor and manage mechanical ventilation for critically ill patients.
- Adjust ventilator settings based on patient response and clinical indicators.
- Patient Education:
- Educate patients and their families on respiratory conditions and self-management techniques.
- Provide guidance on the use of respiratory equipment and medications.
- Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Communicate effectively to ensure comprehensive and integrated care.
- Emergency Response:
- Respond promptly to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrests or respiratory failure.
- Administer emergency respiratory care and actively participate in code blue response.
- Documentation and Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and documentation requirements.
- Quality Improvement:
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness of respiratory care services.
- Stay informed about advancements in respiratory therapy and implement best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field (required).
- Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) as per state regulations.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
If you are a dedicated and qualified Respiratory Therapist with a commitment to providing exceptional patient care, we invite you to be a key player in our mission. Apply now and contribute to our goal of delivering excellence in respiratory therapy within an environment that thrives on progress.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Healthcare setting:
- Clinic
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Respiratory therapy: 3 years (Required)
- ECW Medical Records: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person