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Shift:Night Shift
$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!
ENHANCED NEW GRAD RATE!!!
Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.
If you are a RESPIRATORY THERAPIST who’s interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!
What you’ll do:
Performs day-to-day Respiratory Care, including bronchial hygiene procedures, oxygen initiation and follow up, and care of the Emergency Room patients in need of Respiratory Services. Sets up and performs complex respiratory care procedures such as continuous artificial ventilation and administration or medications. Records patient data to include ventilatory volumes, pressure/flows, and blood gas analysis.
We offer our Respiratory Therapists:
Benefits from Day One
DailyPay! Work today, Get paid today
Competitive Shift Differentials
Tuition Reimbursement
On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center)
Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
Referral Rewards
Strong Team Culture
Career Growth Opportunities
What you’ll need for this job:
RT 2 --
Associate degree in respiratory care; Bachelor's preferred
CPR/BLS - American Heart Association
Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) through NBRC
(CRT credential and IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist required within 6 months of hire)
RT 3 --
Associate degree in respiratory care; Bachelor's preferred
3 years of previous job-related experience
CPR/BLS - American Heart Association
Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through NBRC
Completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hiring
Our Promise to You:
Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.
We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Provides Customer Service
- Completion of patient care, documentation and education
- Team approach to service
- Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment
- Provides supportive environment for students and staff
Administers Quality Patient Care
- Performs patient assessment assessment for therapy
- Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care
- Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen medical gas therapy
- Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)
- Performs arterial blood gas sampling analysis
- Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers
- Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing
Provides Safe Quality Environment
- Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
- Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc)
- Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care
- Promotes evidence based practice
- Reviews the revised and new DPPs
Required Minimum Education:
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science. Required
- Associate's Degree A.S. degree required Required
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science.
- A.S. degree required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Respiratory Care Prof
- Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ACLS - Instructor or ACLS - Provisional
- Pediatric Adv Life Support or PALS - Instructor or PALS - Provisional
- Neonatal Resuscitation Prvdr or NRP - Instructor or NRP-Provisional
Required Minimum Experience:
- 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required
- 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care
Required Minimum Skills:
- Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases.
- Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
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Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Provides Customer Service * Completion of patient care, documentation and education * Team approach to service * Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment * Provides supportive environment for students and staff Administers Quality Patient Care * Performs patient assessment & assessment for therapy * Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care * Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy * Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care) * Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis * Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers * Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing Provides Safe & Quality Environment * Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging * Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc) * Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care * Promotes evidence based practice * Reviews the revised and new DPPs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education:
- Associates Respiratory Therapy or Bachelors Respiratory Therapy-Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor
- PALS - Pediatric Adv Life Support or ARC-PALS - Amer Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support or PALS-I - PALS - Instructor
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program or ARC-NALS - Amer Red Cross Neonatal Advanced Life Support or NRP-I - NRP - Instructor or NRP-P - NRP-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days
- NBRC-RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapi
- RCP - Respiratory Care Prof
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required
Required Minimum Skills:
Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
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Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Shift Details: Full-time/Nights/NICU Required
Overview
The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others.
Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
- Provides Customer Service
* Completion of patient care, documentation and education
* Team approach to service
* Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment
* Provides supportive environment for students and staff
- Administers Quality Patient Care
* Performs patient assessment & assessment for therapy
* Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care
* Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy
* Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)
* Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis
* Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers
* Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing
- Provides Safe & Quality Environment
* Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
* Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc)
* Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care
* Promotes evidence based practice
* Reviews the revised and new DPPs
- Required for All Jobs:
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
- Qualifications:
Required Minimum Education:
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science. Required
- Associate's Degree A.S. degree required Required
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- Required Minimum Experience:
- 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required
- Required Minimum Skills:
- Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases.
- Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
- Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
- Registered Respiratory Therapi Required
- Respiratory Care Prof Required
- Basic Life Support Required
- BLS - Instructor Required
- BLS - Provisional Required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Required
- ACLS - Instructor Required
- ACLS - Provisional Required
- Pediatric Adv Life Support Required
- PALS - Instructor Required
- PALS - Provisional Required
- Neonatal Resuscitation Prvdr Required
- NRP - Instructor Required
- NRP-Provisional Required
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Job Summary:
The Medical Device Sales Representative calls on physicians and discharge planners, winning patient referrals for the company. Works to increase marketplace adoption of company products, while exceeding customer expectations and providing a consistently high level of service. The Medical Device Sales Representative is a product and clinical applications expert and operates in close collaboration with other Referral Development Managers and the National Sales Director to achieve corporate sales objectives.
Responsibilities (Specific tasks, duties, essential functions of the job)
Referral Development Manager (RDM)
- Procure new oxygen patient referrals to meet/exceed sales targets.
- Represent/promote company products and services to referral community.
- Meet/exceed monthly sales call targets.
- Deliver/set up equipment when necessary.
- Keep detailed records of all sales activities and customer interactions.
- Provide/execute territory sales plan, including strategic and tactical approaches that will result in successful outcomes.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Assist with any other duties as assigned.
Senior Referral Development Manager (RDM)
In addition to items listed for Referral Development Manager (RDM), a Senior Referral Development Manager (RDM) may also be responsible for the following.
- Create and execute territory sales plan; including strategic and tactical approaches that will result in successful outcomes.
- Act as liaison to other departments representing Referral Development Manager's.
- Ensure team members are adhering to standard operating procedures and retrain as necessary.
- Make independent decisions to help guide and instruct other RDM's.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent presentation skills required.
- Oxygen referral experience with proven track record required.
- Must be a self-starter and deliver results with limited oversight.
- Experience working with the 65+ demographic a plus.
- Proven track record of successful team participation is required.
- Successful experience in identifying new referral opportunities desired.
- Must have strong work ethic.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Attention to detail is required.
- Effective conflict resolution.
- Analytical & problem-solving skills & ability to multi-task.
- Solutions-oriented problem solver.
- Excellent planning, communication and organizational skills.
Qualifications (Experience and Education)
Level I
RDM
- Associate degree in Sales, Technical, Business, Clinical, or related field of study, preferred.
- Clinical background/licensure (RT, RN), preferred.
- 2-3 years medical referral sales experience, required.
- Basic knowledge/proficiency in Microsoft Office, required.
- A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this role.
- A combination of training, education and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications listed above and that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Level II
Sr. RDM
- Clinical background/licensure (RT, RN), preferred.
- Associate degree in Sales, Technical, Business, Clinical, or related field of study, required.
- 3+ years medical referral sales experience, required.
- Intermediate knowledge/proficiency in Microsoft Office, required.
- A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this role.
- A combination of training, education and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications listed above and that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Position Summary:
The RT Vent Field Clinician is a Respiratory Therapist providing respiratory patient care to Vent patients for optimal outcomes. Provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance with AdaptHealth’s policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative in nature. The RT will utilize all the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives. This position will provide education and care to the patient and communicate with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
- Utilizes various sources of information to attain greater competence about his or her position, including attending educational events (including attending optional in-services) and asking questions.
- Utilizes acquired knowledge to increase his or her competencies.
- Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with company policy and procedures.
- Maintains complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures.
- Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date.
- Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
- Assists with authorization for Ventilator referrals for patients.
- Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
- Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
- Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
- Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician.
- Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
- Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature.
- Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner.
- Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling.
- Works to promote AdaptHealth by new program development, operational backup, personal visits, coordination of educational activities, etc.
- Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
- Uses clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist.
- Ensures accuracy of prescriptions and plan of care was followed and documented. Also reviews delivery tickets, home inspection, ventilator check, and patient equipment competencies are complete and documented.
- Maintains proficient knowledge of ventilator patients including compliance software, new technology, units, and supplies supported by Adapthealth.
- Ability to demonstrate and instruct on use of vent units and supplies. Ability to make decisions for patients based on compliance data and assessment.
- Communicates with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.
- Maintains working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and other third-party payer guidelines related to ventilation.
- Electronically documents patient care activity, intervention provided and all communication regarding the patient. Documentation is accurate, complete and follows company standards.
- Appropriate steps taken to ensure recommendations and orders sent are acknowledged and followed up in a timely manner.
- Responsible for accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of verbal and written communications as it relates to role.
- Responsible for documentation that supports data collection to track and trend outcomes.
- Assists in establishing clinical documentation when needed for third party reimbursement or justification.
- Uses knowledge in working with referral sources to educate about best practice standards.
- Works collaboratively and pro-actively with peers and other team members to resolve issues and assure optimum outcomes for patients, referral sources and staff.
- Acts as a resource on practices and processes to provide appropriate guidance.
- Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
- Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.
- Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program.
- Perform other related duties as assigned during and outside of normal business hours as needed.
Competency, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience with ventilator patients
- Competent in Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management
- Able to perform clinical assessments.
- Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
- Decision making skills.
- Expert communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Solid ability to learn new technologies and possess the technical aptitude required to understand flow of data through systems as well as system interaction.
- Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible in a rapidly changing environment, be patient, accountable, proactive, take initiative and work effectively on a team.
Requirements:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program,
- Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch.
- Must be CPR certified,
- One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience.
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to perform one-man CPR.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities’ motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.
- May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings.
- Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate.
- May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community.
- Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen.
- May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen.
- May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients.
- Must be able to drive and travel as needed.
- Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments.
- Requires travel throughout service area.
- Mental ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to access the patient’s residence.
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours.
- Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments.
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Position Summary:
The RT Vent Field Clinician is a Respiratory Therapist providing respiratory patient care to Vent patients for optimal outcomes. Provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance with AdaptHealth’s policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative in nature. The RT will utilize all the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives. This position will provide education and care to the patient and communicate with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
- Utilizes various sources of information to attain greater competence about his or her position, including attending educational events (including attending optional in-services) and asking questions.
- Utilizes acquired knowledge to increase his or her competencies.
- Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with company policy and procedures.
- Maintains complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures.
- Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date.
- Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
- Assists with authorization for Ventilator referrals for patients.
- Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
- Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
- Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
- Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician.
- Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
- Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature.
- Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner.
- Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling.
- Works to promote AdaptHealth by new program development, operational backup, personal visits, coordination of educational activities, etc.
- Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
- Uses clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist.
- Ensures accuracy of prescriptions and plan of care was followed and documented. Also reviews delivery tickets, home inspection, ventilator check, and patient equipment competencies are complete and documented.
- Maintains proficient knowledge of ventilator patients including compliance software, new technology, units, and supplies supported by Adapthealth.
- Ability to demonstrate and instruct on use of vent units and supplies. Ability to make decisions for patients based on compliance data and assessment.
- Communicates with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.
- Maintains working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and other third-party payer guidelines related to ventilation.
- Electronically documents patient care activity, intervention provided and all communication regarding the patient. Documentation is accurate, complete and follows company standards.
- Appropriate steps taken to ensure recommendations and orders sent are acknowledged and followed up in a timely manner.
- Responsible for accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of verbal and written communications as it relates to role.
- Responsible for documentation that supports data collection to track and trend outcomes.
- Assists in establishing clinical documentation when needed for third party reimbursement or justification.
- Uses knowledge in working with referral sources to educate about best practice standards.
- Works collaboratively and pro-actively with peers and other team members to resolve issues and assure optimum outcomes for patients, referral sources and staff.
- Acts as a resource on practices and processes to provide appropriate guidance.
- Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
- Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.
- Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program.
- Perform other related duties as assigned during and outside of normal business hours as needed.
Competency, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience with ventilator patients
- Competent in Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management
- Able to perform clinical assessments.
- Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
- Decision making skills.
- Expert communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Solid ability to learn new technologies and possess the technical aptitude required to understand flow of data through systems as well as system interaction.
- Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible in a rapidly changing environment, be patient, accountable, proactive, take initiative and work effectively on a team.
Requirements:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program,
- Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch.
- Must be CPR certified,
- One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience.
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to perform one-man CPR.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities’ motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.
- May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings.
- Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate.
- May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community.
- Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen.
- May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially in
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This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT set-ups, monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation. The RT-CRT draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs. The RT-CRT delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways. The RT-CRT provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.Education
Required - High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Required - None.
Certifications
Required - Current State of Louisiana License as a Respiratory Therapist
Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
Job Duties• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.• Performs diagnostic procedures.• Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability). Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
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Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT set-ups, monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation. The RT-CRT draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs. The RT-CRT delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways. The RT-CRT provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Sign-On Bonus Available
Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus available to eligible candidates!
Referral Bonus Available
Up to $4,000 referral bonus available to eligible employees!
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Education
Required - Associate's Degree
Preferred- Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience
Required - None.
Certifications
Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
* Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
* Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties
* Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
* Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
* Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
* Performs diagnostic procedures.
* Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
* Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 5 select option 1) or (mailto: ) . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT set-ups, monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation. The RT-CRT draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs. The RT-CRT delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways. The RT-CRT provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Preferred- Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience
Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 5 select option 1) or contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
