Registered Respiratory Therapist

Description

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Summary :

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) administers respiratory care under the direction of a physician, as assigned within scope of practice.

Responsibilities :

• Administers respiratory patient care under the direction of a physician. Identifies and pursues expected patient outcomes in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Educates patients, especially those with complex care issues, within hospital setting and for post-discharge care. Topics include but are not limited to :

oBronchodilator usage

oContinuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) equipment usage, care and maintenance

oRamifications of smoking / tobacco usage and / or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

oAsthma symptom management and medication usage

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Other information : QUALIFICATIONS

Hired candidates will be required to obtain Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire date. Training and assessment will be offered by the organization.

Required

Preferred

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Job Details

Legal Employer : Pardee - HCHC

Entity : Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit : Respiratory Therapy

Work Type : Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week : 36.00

Work Assignment Type : Onsite

Work Schedule : Variable

Location of Job : PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.