Respiratory Therapy Tech, PRN

Overview : Piedmont Eastside, PRN

Do what you love, and love what you do! When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. Here at Piedmont, we are transforming healthcare, creating a destination known for the best clinicians and a one-of-a-kind experience that always puts the patient

first.

We have a fantastic career opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team here at Piedmont Eastside in Snellville, GA. Our Respiratory Department is dedicated to providing quality, patient centered care and service to the citizens of this community. The ideal candidate will share our common goal of making a positive difference in every life we touch.

Some facts about us :

• We utilize Respiratory Driven Protocols to manage patients in ICU and acute care areas. After completing competency, RTs are able to intubate and insert A-lines
• We work in adult cardiac care unit (ICU), medical / surgical ICU, progressive care unit (PCU), acute care floors (women's, medical, surgical, joint / spine, neuro)
• We have a Women's Center with a level 3 NICU. RTs will attend deliveries and care for babies who are admitted to the NICU receiving respiratory care
• We have a pulmonary function lab (PFT) where RTs perform outpatient and inpatient PFTS
• We perform inpatient EKGs on the general care floors, occasionally outpatient (shared service with cardiology)
• We manage GE Carescape R860 vents, Servo I vents, Drager VN500 and HFOV NICU vents, Phillips V60, Bubble CPAP, REMstar CPAP, Smart Vest, and Airvo
• We perform bronchoscopy assistance with Glidescope disposable bronchs
• Opportunity to cross-train on EEGs, PFTs and NICU
• Option to participate in Annual Pulmonary Conference, Leadership Development classes, and Skills Development Courses
• Our team consists of approximately 50 members, 1 director, 1 supervisor, 1 NICU lead, and 2 adult lead
• We typically run 7 people during the day and 6-7 at night. Varies per census and acuity
• We cover our South Campus which has an ED, behavioral health unit and acute care rehab. 1 RT for each shift.
• We allow candidates to shadow our department and facility

Responsibilities : RESPONSIBLE FOR :

Performs patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols,

arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, maintenance and management of all basic equipment, and

patient education.

Qualifications : MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED :

Currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program and completed one semester.

Active student status must be maintained and documented. Must submit letter of recommendation from

Program Director for consideration of employment.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :

Must have completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation

MINIMUM LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW :

None.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :

Current certification in BLS required.

Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required respiratory care competencies.

ACLS required post completion of second semester of respiratory care program or within 60 days of hire.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Perform basic respiratory care modalities under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory

therapist

2. Performs basic patient assessments

3. Initiates, manages and maintains basic oxygen delivery systems on the floors

4. Administers respiratory medications via nebulizer, MDI and DPI.

5. Performs oxygen saturation checks, exercise oximetry's and bedside pulmonary function testing.

6. Disassembles, cleans, reassembles, tests functionality, and packages durable supplies.

7. Performs inventory and replenishes Respiratory Care supplies in designated areas.

8. Perform other inventory and respiratory equipment responsibilities under the direction of the lead

respiratory therapist.

9. Replenishes, organizes and monitors medical gases

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Business Unit : Name : Eastside Medical Center LLC