Job Description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

This job performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physicians’ orders and department policy. Performs all procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician. Job duties will be assigned based on student's clinical progression and competency validation.

Accountabilities

• Performs respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and the Respiratory Care Guidelines (RT Consult). May not take verbal orders or modify orders. 50%
• Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians. Provides a complete and accurate report.10%
• May perform blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results accurately.10%
• Accurately and completely documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education as appropriate. 20%
• Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. 10%

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

N/A

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

BLS

In Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Listed Above

n/a

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Richland

Facility

1510 Richland Hospital

Department

15107135 Respiratory Care Services

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