Respiratory Therapist - Tuition Reimbursement

Respiratory Therapist - Tuition Reimbursement at ECHN summary :

As a Respiratory Therapist at a small community hospital, I provide safe and effective respiratory therapy as per physician orders while focusing on innovative patient care and employee engagement. My responsibilities also include setting up and maintaining mechanical ventilation, administering medications, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans. I am committed to delivering exceptional patient care and enhancing my skills through continuous education and professional growth opportunities.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and patient care.

What we offer :

• Generous Vacation that is front loaded based on budgeted hours
• Sick Time on an accrual basis
• 401(k) / Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance / Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefit Options
• Tuition Reimbursement, Free Parking
• Perk Spots (Discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers)
• Career Growth within the organization

POSITION SUMMARY :

Performs safe respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by physician, developing a plan of care based on assessment data and standards of care, identifying needs for alternative action in the plan of treatment and involves the multi-disciplinary team in revisions to plan of care.  Sets up, maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation according to policy and procedure.  Administers medications demonstrating thorough knowledge of policy and procedure. Assembles, selects, and operates equipment for proper operation and cleanliness.  This includes but is not limited to mechanical ventilators, BIPAP / CPAP systems, oxygen delivery devices and oxygen analyzers, manual resuscitators and suctioning equipment.  Performs tracheal, endotracheal and nasopharyngeal suctioning including the instillation of pharmacologic agents according to policy and procedure.  Draws and analyzes blood gases by arterial stick according to policy and procedure.  Interprets arterial blood gas and oximetry results.  Differentiates between patient and equipment problems and intervenes appropriately.  Documents and communicates all patient therapies including concerns during shift.

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Disclaimer : Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.  These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

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