pulmonary specialist

West Coast Pulmonary

<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable <b>Part-Time Medical Scribe</b> to assist a board-certified Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine specialist in a busy outpatient clinic. The scribe will support accurate and efficient documentation of clinical encounters in the electronic health record (EHR), allowing the physician to focus more on direct patient care.</p><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Accurately and promptly document physician-patient interactions during consultations and follow-ups</li><li>Navigate and update patient EHRs (Nextgen)</li><li>Document histories, physical exams, assessments, and treatment plans</li><li>Prepare patient charts prior to visits and ensure data accuracy</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations</li><li>Communicate with clinical staff as needed to ensure continuity of care</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Must have previous scribing experience</li><li>Pre-med student, nursing student, or individual with clinical experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of medical terminology, especially in pulmonary / sleep medicine or internal medicine</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and maintain attention to detail</li><li>Reliable, professional, and punctual</li></ul><p><b>Work Environment:</b></p><ul><li>Outpatient clinic</li><li>Two days per week</li></ul><p><b>Benefits:</b></p><ul><li>Hands-on experience in a medical specialty</li><li>Flexible scheduling to accommodate school or other commitments</li></ul><p>Job Type: Part-time</p><p>Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Part-Time Scribe

Catholic Medical Center

<p></p><div><p>Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Pulmonary Function Tech PRN with Catholic Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!</p>
<p></p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p></p>
The Pulmonary Function Technician performs a variety of pulmonary function tests, including lung capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood oxygen tests, to gather data for physician diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders. The technician also assists with Pulmonary Function Laboratory services as directed by physician orders, ensuring patient safety and accurate test results.<p></p><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What qualifications you will need:</b></h6><ul><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
(RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner Required</li><li>
Associate's Degree Required</li><li>
1 year experience preferred</li></ul><p></p>
<p></p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h5>
<p></p><p>Catholic Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li><b>
Comprehensive benefits</b> for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services</li><li><b>
Wellbeing support,</b> including free counseling and referral services</li><li><b>
Time away from work</b> programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence</li><li><b>
Savings and retirement resources</b>, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling</li><li><b>
Education support</b> through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing</li><li><b>
Additional benefits</b> for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b>
Shape the future of healthcare at </b><b>Catholic Medical Center</b><b>.</b><br>
Located in Manchester, NH, Catholic Medical Center is a 330-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center serving southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts. Home to the nationally recognized New England Heart &amp; Vascular Institute and The Mom&rsquo;s Place&mdash;an innovative birthing center that pioneered couplet care&mdash;we&rsquo;re proud to lead in both advanced medicine and compassionate service.</p><p>
As part of HCA Healthcare&rsquo;s statewide network of Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester hospitals, three freestanding ERs, and over 70 care sites, you&rsquo;ll join nearly 5,000 colleagues across New Hampshire who are committed to excellence, collaboration, and making a difference every day. At Catholic Medical Center, your work has purpose&mdash;and your potential has no limits.</p><p></p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><p></p><p><br>
&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder</p>
<p>Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Pulmonary Function Tech PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and <b><i>help us raise the bar in patient care!</i></b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Pulmonary Function Tech PRN

Children's of Alabama

<div><p>In Pulmonary Clinic at Main Campus Lowder Building</p><p>
Work schedule will be Part-time Benefits Ineligible on the Day Shift, THREE - 8 hours shift per 2 weeks.</p><p>
Summary:<br>
Works under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide assistive care and communication for patients and their families in outpatient specialty clinics, as well as support for team members, professional and technical staff, and visitors. Provides safe, age-appropriate care and contributes to efficient clinic operations.</p><p></p><div>
Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications:<br>
Essential:<br>
<ul><li>Basic Life Support</li></ul></div><div><br>
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:<br>
Essential:<br>
<ul><li>High School Diploma Graduate or Equivalent</li></ul></div><div><br>
Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:<br>
<br>
Nonessential:<br>
<ul><li>1 Year job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Patient Care Support or any of the following equivalent qualifications below:</li><li>Certified Nursing Assistant</li><li>Certified Medical Assistant AAMA</li><li>Certified Clinical Medical Assistant</li><li>Certified Medical Assistant ARMA</li><li>Certified Patient Care Technician</li><li>Certified Emergency Medical Technician ADPH</li></ul></div><p><br>
The division of Pulmonary Medicine specializes in the treatment of patients with a variety of lung and sleep disorders. Specialty clinics include: General Pulmonary Medicine, Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Technology Dependence/Home Ventilators, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD), Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), and Sleep (including Behavioral Sleep Disorders, Snore, and CPAP/BiPAP management). Board Certified Pulmonologists, Academic Fellows, Residents and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners provide care in this department. Nurses, respiratory therapists, social workers, and nutritionists are also a part of the interdisciplinary team.</p></div><p></p>

Clinical Assistant Pulmonary

Inova Health System

<div><p>Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonology to join the team, this role will be Full-Time Monday through Friday Four Shifts at Nine Hours Per Shift. Sign on and Relocation Bonus Available. This role will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Center for Personalized Health
</p><p>Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
</p><p><b>Featured Benefits:
</b></p><ul><li>Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
</li><li>Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions &ndash; starting on your first day.
</li><li>Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
</li><li>Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
</li><li>Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave
</li></ul><p><b>Job Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT), including:
</li><li>Spirometry
</li><li>Lung volumes
</li><li>Diffusion capacity (DLCO)
</li><li>Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) and/or stress testing (if applicable)
</li><li>Administer bronchodilator therapy and evaluate patient response
</li><li>Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and analysis (if required)
</li><li>Prepare, calibrate, and maintain diagnostic equipment per manufacturer and regulatory standards
</li><li>Monitor patients during testing for safety and clinical changes
</li><li>Accurately document test results in the electronic medical record (EMR)
</li><li>Ensure quality control and adherence to ATS/ERS standards and organizational policies
</li><li>Educate patients on testing procedures and provide clear instructions
</li><li>Collaborate with providers and care teams to support clinical decision-making
</li>Maintain infection prevention and safety standards in all procedures<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Skills &amp; Competencies:
</b></p><ul><li>Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and documentation
</li><li>Strong knowledge of pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory physiology
</li><li>Ability to recognize and respond to patient distress
</li><li>Effective communication and patient education skills
</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
</li></ul><p><b>Additional Requirements
</b></p><ul><li>Graduate of an accredited CoARC (The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) respiratory care program.
</li><li>Six months in a critical care environment or one or more years of specialized training in advanced diagnostics/pulmonary rehabilitation as a practicing Respiratory Therapist
</li><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) National Board of Respiratory Care or or more than 10 years of experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
</li><li>Basic Life Support from AHA upon start
</li><li>Advanced Certifications (ACLS, PALS or NRP) must be obtain within one year from date of hire.</li></ul></div>

Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

Kaiser Permanente

<div><div><b>Job Summary:</b></div><p>
Under physician supervision, in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director, is expected to assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities and to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment in the respiratory care of patients. Must be capable of serving as a technical resource person to the physician regarding current practices in respiratory care and to the hospital staff regarding effective and safe methods for administering respiratory care. Works under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor or the direction of a technical lead to deliver respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. Must be able to adapt to the particular area of duty assignment and to perform special duties required by the assignment. Standards of performance for the area to which the individual is assigned must be maintained.<br>
Special duties may include provision of basic and advanced respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients in the intensive care unit and during transport, which frequently requires making rapid decisions and assisting physicians to respond to status changes in neonatal and pediatric patients.<br>
Special duties may include performance of a variety of diagnostic tests of the cardiopulmonary system and to determine the effect of disease and treatment on that system.</p><div><b><br>
Essential Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li><b>
Selects Reviews, Obtains and Interprets Data</b>: Reads and evaluates physicians orders, clarifying as needed. Accurately transcribes physician orders to electronic charting system or departmental patient master. Reviews patient information including history, lab data, radiologic studies, progress notes, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring data and performs assessment/data collection in systematic manner.</li><li>
Systematically assesses patients overall cardiopulmonary status by inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, and patient interview.</li><li>
Interprets data to formulate goal-directed plan of care and determines requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, precautions to be observed, equipment required, and medication and dosages.</li><li>
Determines modifications to physician orders, which optimize patient, care and makes recommendations to physician. Recommends procedures to obtain additional data including radiographs, bronchoscopy, Gram stain and C&amp;S, spirometry, blood gas analysis, lung mechanics, work of breathing, EKG, noninvasive monitoring.</li><li><b>
Performs Diagnostic Modalities</b>: Performs procedures and interprets results: ABG sampling and analysis, co-oximetry, spirometry, pressure-volume and flow-volume loops, cuff pressure, sputum induction. May perform EKGs. May place Holter monitor. May perform pulmonary function, and sleep diagnostic tests.</li><li>
May perform Exercise Stress Tests. May perform indirect calorimetry.</li><li><b>
Selects Assembles and Checks Equipment for Proper Function, Operation and Cleanliness: </b>Selects, assembles and checks equipment for cleanliness, proper function and safe operation. Ensures proper function and ready availability of respiratory related life support equipment. Troubleshoots and performs minor repairs of equipment. May perform Quality control procedures for blood analysis devices.</li><li>
May perform Quality control, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot pulmonary function diagnostic equipment.</li><li>
Participates in routine departmental programs of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing of respiratory care and other related equipment.</li><li>
Participates in routine departmental preventive maintenance program and performs basic repairs.</li><li>
Orders/stocks departmental supplies.</li><li><b>
Initiates, Conducts and Modifies Prescribed Therapeutic or Diagnostic Procedures: </b>Operates all medical equipment within manufacturer and department guidelines to safely treat patients. Checks and adjusts alarms. Observes established safety and security procedures and protects patients from nosocomial infection. Explains planned therapy or procedure and goals to patient in understandable terms to achieve optimal therapeutic outcome. Conducts therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, remove bronchopulmonary secretions, and/or achieve adequate ventilation and oxygenation</li><li>
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy, recognizes patient adverse reaction and stops or modifies or recommends modification to procedure based on patient response.</li><li>
Documents all required information in the medical record according to departmental policy and procedure. Initiates pressure-cycled/volume-cycled/high frequency ventilation. Weans/modifies mechanical ventilation according to assessment and physician orders.</li><li>
Assists with or performs extubation.</li><li>
Conducts patient education and disease management. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to resuscitation guidelines. May assist with or perform intubation. May assist the physician when performing bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, tracheostomy, cardioversion, and intubation.</li><li>
May participate in land/air critical care transport. May assist with high risk deliveries. May assist with surfactant replacement in neonates. May participate in pulmonary rehabilitation, home care. May assist with discharge planning. May assist with community outreach. May initiate and implement therapist driven protocols.</li><li><b>
Supervision and Administration:</b> May assign, organize and coordinate the work of assigned Respiratory Care Practitioners. May demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. May train assigned practitioners and complete assigned practitioner competency reviews.</li><li>
Contributes to departmental quality improvement activities. May schedule staff and perform staffing functions.</li><li>
Assesses priorities for delivery of patient care and redistributes resources as necessary throughout shift. Protects data from intentional or unintentional destruction, modification, or disclosure.</li><li>
Maintains a current knowledge base of departmental information management systems, including collection, maintenance, and dissemination of information, as well as appropriate audit trails.</li><li>
May develop policies and procedures, both clinical and administrative. May serve as Timekeeper for TIME system.</li><li><b>
Other Assessment Criteria:</b> Complies with attendance and punctuality expectations and with meal and break schedules. Accurately documents time in/out in TIME keeping system or time card.</li><li>
Maintains a professional appearance, displays professional conduct and ethical behavior.</li><li>
Participates in continuing education for professional development in Respiratory Care and related fields. May serve on hospital committees. May participate in professional organizations.</li><li><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities:</b> This job has no supervisory responsibilities.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Grade 770</p><div><br>
<b>Basic Qualifications:</b></div>
<div>Experience</div><br>
<br>
<ul><br>
<li>At least three (3) years regular (20 hours or more per week) of recent experience as Respiratory Care.</li></ul><div><br>
Education</div><br>
<br>
<ul><li>High school diploma OR General Education Diploma (GED) required.Graduate from a respiratory care education program supported by CoARC or accredited by CAAHEP, with 62 semester hours of college credit, including a background in the basic sciences, or baccalaureate degree in an area other than respiratory care or Associates of Arts or Science degree. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from this educational requirement.</li></ul><div>
License, Certification, Registration</div>
<ul><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner License (California) from National Board of Respiratory Care<br>
</li></ul>
<ul><li>Basic Life Support<br>
</li></ul>
<ul><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate<br>
</li></ul><div>
<b>Additional Requirements:</b></div><br>
<ul><li>
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, technical manuals, and short correspondence or memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
</li><li>Ability to speak and understand spoken English.
</li><li>Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
</li><li>Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
</li><li>Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.</li></ul><div>
<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></div><br>
<br>
<ul><li>Certification: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist by the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred, may be required for this particular position.Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist by the National Board preferred, may be required for this particular position. Respiratory Care Practitioners who received their RCP license prior to 1986 and currently working at Kaiser Permanente are exempt from obtaining their CRT credential.</li><li>
At least one year of recent critical care experience preferred, may be required for this particular position.</li><li>
At least one year of clinical experience in neonatal/pediatric respiratory care preferred, may be required for this particular position.</li><li>
Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS, NRP or PALS may be required for this particular position.</li><li>
Keyboard skills preferred.</li><li>
Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred, may be required for this particular position.</li></ul><br>
PrimaryLocation : California,Vacaville,Vacaville Hospital<br>
HoursPerWeek : 1<br>
Shift : Day<br>
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat<br>
WorkingHoursStart : 07:00 AM<br>
WorkingHoursEnd : 07:30 PM<br>
Job Schedule : Call-in/On-Call<br>
Job Type : Standard<br>
Employee Status : Regular<br>
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West<br>
Job Level : Individual Contributor<br>
Job Category : Rehab Services<br>
Department : Vacaville Hospital - Respiratory Therapy - 0201<br>
Travel : No<br>
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.</div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered

Nimbus Health

<p><b>Title:</b> Medical Assistant</p><p><b>Location: </b>Rockhill, SC</p><p><b>Context: Nimbus Health</b> is revolutionizing pulmonary care for over <b>50 million Americans</b> living with asthma, COPD, and other respiratory conditions. Through a unique blend of <b>in-person care</b> and <b>remote patient monitoring</b>, we empower patients to breathe easier and live better. <b>Join us in making a difference.</b></p><p><b>Role Summary: </b></p><p>As a Medical Assistant / Front Desk Floater, you will be the <b>second in command</b> to the Office Manager, ensuring the smooth operation of both clinical and administrative functions. This role demands a <b>high level of reliability, adaptability, and multitasking</b> to support patient care and office efficiency. If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in a dynamic healthcare environment, this is the opportunity for you.</p><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><b>Office Leadership Support.</b> Act as the right hand to the Office Manager, ensuring daily operations run smoothly and efficiently.</li><li><b>Dynamic Clinical Support.</b> Step in as a dependable Medical Assistant/Front Desk Floater, seamlessly covering for team absences without missing a beat.</li><li><b>EMR Expertise.</b> Accurately and efficiently document medical history, vital signs, and test results in our EMR, Athena.</li><li><b>Exam Room Readiness.</b> Prepare exam rooms ensuring providers have everything they need to deliver quality patient care.</li><li><b>Diagnostic Testing.</b> Perform pulmonary function tests, spirometries, EKGs, and other diagnostic procedures with confidence and accuracy.</li><li><b>Medication Administration.</b> Preparing and administering injections while managing medication requests and authorizations diligently.</li><li><b>Scheduling &amp; Administration.</b> Own front desk responsibilities, including insurance verification, copay collection, and appointment scheduling with unmatched attention to detail.</li><li><b>Communication Champion.</b> Serve as the first point of contact for patients, triaging calls, coordinating care, and maintaining a professional, patient-centered approach.</li><li><b>Remote Patient Engagement.</b> Help drive our remote monitoring programs, ensuring patients receive quality care beyond the office setting.</li><li><b>Versatile Team Player.</b> Adapt to evolving needs, jumping in wherever required to support the practice's success.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><b>Proven Experience</b>. Experience as a medical assistant and/or clinical front desk required (pulmonology experience preferred).</li><li><b>Tech-Savvy.</b> Experience with EMRs requires, Athena preferred</li><li><b>Reliable &amp; Adaptable.</b> A self-starter with a team-first attitude, ready to take on challenges as they come.</li><li><b>Strong Organizational Skills.</b> Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay composed in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><b>Education.</b> High school diploma or equivalent required.</li><li><b>Bilingual Skills.</b> Spanish-speaking candidates are highly valued</li></ul><p><b>Why Nimbus Health?</b></p><p>We are dedicated to fostering a fun and supportive environment for both our patients and staff. Join us as we redefine the standard of care in pulmonary medicine.</p><p><b>Job Type:</b> Full-time</p><p><b>Pay: </b>negotiable</p><p><b>Benefits:</b></p><ul><li>Health Insurance</li><li>401-k retirement plan</li><li>9 Paid Holidays</li><li>No weekends</li><li>Uniforms (3 sets):</li><li>paid training</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Certified Medical Assistant

Hartford HealthCare

<div><p><b>Location Detail: </b>St Vincents Medical Center (10427)</p><p><b>
Shift Detail: </b>36hr Nights Every other weekend Every other holiday</p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Sign-on Bonus $10,000</div><div></div><div><br>
Work where <b>every moment</b> matters.</div><div>
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut&rsquo;s most comprehensive healthcare network.</div><div></div><p><br>
St. Vincent&rsquo;s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent&rsquo;s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system&rsquo;s second-largest hospital.</p><p><b>
Why Respiratory Therapy at Hartford HealthCare?</b></p><ul><li>
Career advancement including ECMO Specialist training, or follow a path to Lead RRT, Assistant Manager, Float Specialist, and Respiratory Manager positions. Discover a caring and supportive team encouraging your development.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
One of the few positions in acute care which utilizes advanced technology such as nebulizers and ventilation systems, while also providing direct hands-on patient care. Both aspects are significant to the responsibilities and keeps the job both challenging and exciting. You will continuously learn and develop throughout your career.<br>
</li><li>
Work-life balance, excellent benefits and continuing education.</li><li>
A variety of work and interaction, as an RRT you work with a variety of providers and acute care staff, a variety of departments from ICU and Emergency to recovery, NICU and pediatrics. Exciting daily interaction, always on the move in diverse settings.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Position Summary:</b></div><ul><li> Provides evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.</li><li> Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.</li><li> Implements and monitors patient care plan. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.</li><li> Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes.</li><li> Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.</li><li> Assesses patient's conditions in order to identify the most appropriate mode of therapy.</li><li> Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of therapy, suggesting alternatives when appropriate.</li><li> Maintains infection control policies related to patient care.</li><li> Understands and demonstrates competency on all equipment utilized.</li><li> Performs baseline pulmonary function screening and weaning parameters.</li><li> Understands and safely administers medications related to respiratory diseases.</li><li> Other Duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Qualifications</b></h3><br>
<p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><p>
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Connecticut Department of Public Health obtained prior to start date.</p><p>
Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.</p><p>
Completion of a Respiratory Care Program.</p><p>
 1 year of experience preferred. Will consider new graduate.</p><p>
 We take great care of careers. Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees - we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is <b>your moment</b>.</p></div>

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (CRT)

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