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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - RRT - PER DIEM JOB SUMMARY• The Respiratory Therapist (RT) supports the MWPH mission, vision and values, and is a practitioner licensed and competent to provide high quality Respiratory Care Services to the patient population served. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION• Possess sound knowledge of and ability to provide skilled diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory modalities that treat, restore and prevent further cardiopulmonary dysfunction.• Will perform pulmonary assessments and reassessments, treatments, providing mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and testing for patients in inpatient, outpatient and sleep lab.• Troubleshoots problems with equipment such as ventilators, BiPAPs, CPAPs, Hi-Flow nasal cannulas, oxygen flow meters and blenders etc. including mechanical issues, resolving them or replacing them pending service.• Participates in discharge planning, specific respiratory interventions and patient and family education.• Functions with a focus on customer service and patient safety.• May serve as a preceptor in orienting new RTs, and as an escort during patient external transport according to policy.• May serve as a preceptor for Respiratory Therapy students' observational experiences, under the direction of the Department Director.• Accurately performs quality control testing for the blood gas machine as required, and identifies and participates in performance improvement initiatives.• Will perform charge duties after 6 months of MWPH experience, and with the approval of Department Director. POSITION REQUIREMENTS• Educational Requirements Graduate of a program approved by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (C.O.A.R.C.).• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of Maryland.
 
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<li>Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) certification. • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) • Work Orientation and Experience• Three year pediatric RT experience preferred.• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Excellent communication skills• Sensitivity/tact in dealing with others• Ability to appropriately position and move patients• Excellent problem solving/decision making skills• Excellent skills in obtaining capillary blood gases• Sound clinical judgment• Demonstrate manual dexterity and mobility including ability to run, walk, stand, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, push and pull, lift 25 pounds.• Excellent physical assessment skills for all respiratory specific patient population• Ability to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations• Ability to demonstrate strong working knowledge of equipment/application of all respiratory care therapeutic modalities, pharmacology, all monitoring modalities and mechanical ventilation in all areas of the Hospital to include, inpatient, outpatient and sleep lab.• Basic problem identification with equipment concerns/malfunctions and appropriate action• Ability to function as an effective team member• Excellent customer service skills• Ability to multi-task in a self-directed manner• Ability to educate patients and families as appropriate regarding equipment, disease state, care and treatments• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time with attention to detail and meeting deadlines• Computer proficiency• Other Requirements Specific to Assigned Area• Ability to perform patient charge entries in an accurate and timely fashion REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS• Supervision Received from charge therapist on each shift• Reports to the Department Director, and works in clinical collaboration with the Respiratory Medical Director INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS• Directly interfaces daily with patients, visitors, other healthcare team members TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED• Effectively utilizes Respiratory specific equipment including but not limited to CPAP, BiPAP, mechanical ventilators, percussive vests cough assist, cardio-respiratory monitors, end tidal CO2, pulse oximeters, EKG machine and Blood Gas Analyzer, oxygen and oxygen blender. Utilizes the hospital information system for billing, clinical information, communication and medical record documentation. Utilizes computer, fax and copy machines.</li>
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Utilizes the hospital phone system. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS• Occasional stress during emergency situations or multiple demands. Regular or continuous risk of exposure to body fluids, infectious waste or blood borne diseases requiring the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to established protocol.This job description identifies the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required of an incumbent.
 
Revised 2/27/20

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - PER DIEM

<div>PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the designated Registered Nurse (RN), the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) supports the mission, vision, and values of MWPH.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION
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Functions as an integral part of the Interdisciplinary Team for the patient population served.</li><li>
Demonstrates a helpful and professional demeanor, and competently performs delegated nursing and support duties including direct patient care.</li><li>
Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulating, etc.</li><li>
Applies adaptive devices, records vital signs, intake and output of patient specimens.</li><li>
Regularly cleans equipment and toys per policy and stocks patient supplies ensuring adequate levels are maintained.</li><li>
Responds to patient call lights promptly, anticipates and addresses patient and family needs, and may perform clerical duties in the absence of the Unit Secretary.</li><li>
Effectively utilizes down time to offer assistance and interact with patients, families and assist other staff with patient care activities.</li><li>
Complies with approved policies, and procedures. 
Accurately documents patient care activities in a timely manner, and keeps the Registered Nurse well informed of patient status, activities, issues, and status of his/her assignments.</li><li>
Functions with a focus on patient safety and customer service, and applies infection control practices effectively and consistently.</li><li>
The PCA with appropriate competencies may serve as escort for patient transport and as a &ldquo;Sitter&rdquo; according to policy.</li></ul>

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred

Licensure, Certification and Registration

Current CPR 
Current Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Maryland

Work Orientation and Experience

Certified Nursing Assistant experience preferred. Registered Nurse Students or Licensed Practical Nursing Students who hold Maryland State Certification as a Nursing Assistant and have completed their Nursing Fundamentals Course and a Clinical Rotation, may work as a Patient Care Assistant, without additional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Accurately takes and records vital signs, and intake and output, weight, height, etc.</li><li>
Demonstrates a highly compassionate and customer oriented approach to care and service</li><li>
Demonstrates knowledge of infection control practices 
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively and courteously interact with staff, patients, families, and visitors, etc.</li><li>
Effective oral and written skills</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple demands</li><li>
Ability to take directions and follow through, but also to be self-directed with patient/family assistance</li><li>
Good communication skills</li><li>
Team player</li><li>
Computer proficiency</li><li>
Good judgment and follow-up</li><li>
Ability to position patient, lift 25 pounds, walk, run, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, demonstrate manual dexterity, mobility, and visual and auditory ability to do this job</li></ul>

Other Requirements Specific to Assigned Area

Skills and ability to position and transfer patients while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received

Directly reports to the Nurse Manager

Receives clinical direction and guidance from the Nurse.

Supervision Exercised

None

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS

Regular or continuous risk of exposure to body fluids, infectious waste or blood borne diseases requiring the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to established policies and protocols. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Occasional stress due to emergency situations or multiple demands.

This job description identifies the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required of an incumbent.

Revised 04/30/2025</div>

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