Respiratory Therapist

General Summary of Position

Job Summary :

MedStar Health is looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner to

join our team

at Union Memorial Hospital

The ideal candidate will be

a certified respiratory therapist who w

ill

pro

vi

de our patients with extraordinary patient care by

demonstrating

strong knowledge in the field.

Respiratory care is ordered by

physicians

according to established

standards,

practice

and protocols.

We are looking for s

omeone

with w

orking knowledge of human respiratory anatomy, physiology, and

pathology

related to respiratory care. Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting. The ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action. The ability to work with patients of all ages (neonatal to geriatrics). The ability to

remain

calm and function under stressful conditions. Must work well as a team member; must be articulate and communicate well with all

kinds

of peopl

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro

region,

also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next

great career

move!

Primary Duties :

Assesses the physical, psychosocial, spiritual & cultural dimensions of the patient as well as educational needs and document

appropriately

Where applicable, refers to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.

Performs all respiratory therapy treatments and services, including but not limited

to

application, operation, monitoring, and management of all equipment and services provided. Service

including

but not limited

to :

oxygen, mixed gas, and humidity; monitoring; ventilators (Invasive and Non-invasive); bronchial hygiene; lung expansion; Spirometry testing; EKG machines; Blood Gas Analysis.

Employs principles of therapeutic communication, interviewing techniques, problem solving and crisis intervention when performing patient care.

Responds, performs, and

participates

in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by

maintaining

the airway,

providing

oxygen and ventilation via mask, endotracheal tube, or other devices, and per

forming

closed chest cardiac massage.

Facilitates workflow efficiency,

monitoring

interdepartmental systems and processes, departmental policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvements as needed.

Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders throughout work shift.

Qualifications : Associate

degr

ee

Graduate of an AMA accredited program in respiratory care with an AAS Degree or higher

CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist or NBRC Registered Pulmonary Function Technician from an accredited Respiratory Care Program

is

required

BLS - Basic Life Support

required

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

required

within one year of hire

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Certification Program

required

within one year of hire

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

required

within one year of hire

Must be registry eligible; some

cute

experience is preferred.

Preferred education :

Bachelor's

degree in related healthcare field.

Preferred certification :

RRT

Registered Respiratory Therapist

from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

This position has a hiring range of $35.68 - $64.71