respiratory care professional

Cleveland Clinic

<div><div>Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family.
Registered Respiratory Therapists provide evidence-based clinical care to some of the most critically ill patients in the United States. Caring for adult, pediatric and/or neonatal patient populations, Registered Respiratory Therapists evaluate, treat and care for patients with a wide range of lung diseases and respiratory disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, emphysema, COPD and lung cancer.
This role provides an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work with a multidisciplinary team collaborating with Registered Nurses and other caregivers to deliver efficient, high-quality patient care.
A caregiver in this position works PRN (as needed) variable shifts.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
<ul><li>Provide assessment, treatment, care and evaluation to patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
</li><li>Direct respiratory caregivers for delivery of care.
</li><li>Implement and monitor patient care plans.
</li><li>Assess patients for the appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop, implement and monitor patient care plans.
</li><li>Monitor, record and communicate patients&rsquo; conditions.</li><li>
Perform advanced respiratory care modalities, evaluate respiratory practice, administer medications and treatments, and perform blood gas puncture and analysis.
</li><li>Educate patients and families about the illness and provide information about community support groups and other programs.</li></ul>
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
<ul><li>Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program</li><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care</li><li>
Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure</li></ul><ul><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through American Heart Association (AHA) and/or Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) certification when appropriate for site.</li><li>
Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided</li></ul>
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
<ul><li>Prior experience in critical care</li></ul><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Neonatal/pediatric experience preferred when appropriate for site.</li><li>
Prior experience performing invasive procedures preferred when appropriate for site.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
<ul><li>Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.</li><li>
Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range.</li><li>
May require sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.</li><li>
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.</li><li>
Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.</li></ul>
Personal Protective Equipment:<ul><li>
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.</li></ul></div><div>
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $42.15
Maximum hourly: $42.15
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate&rsquo;s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate&rsquo;s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic&rsquo;s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).</div></div>

Registered Respiratory Therapist

TotalMed

<div>
 
 TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
 
 Job Description &amp; Requirements
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 14 weeks
 
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 36 hours per week
 
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 12 hours, nights
 
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 We're looking for Respiratory Care professionals for an immediate travel position opening in Fayetteville, NC. The right RT should have 1 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
 
 
 
 
 As a Respiratory Therapist, you will provide direct patient care to patients in a variety of clinical areas, including evaluations and treatments according to procedural guidelines.
 
 
 
 
 As a Respiratory Therapy Professional, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
 
 
 
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 Administer to patients a variety of simple and complex respiratory and cardiology modalities.
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 Maintains appropriate patient records/documentation.
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 Cleans, disinfects, assembles, calibrates, maintains respiratory and cardiology equipment and accessories. Evaluates equipment for proper and safe function. Reports malfunctions to director.
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 Performs arterial puncture and analyzes sample according to procedure guidelines.
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 Interacts with co-workers, nurses, physicians, other hospital personnel to optimize continuum of care for patient being treated.
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 Responds to emergent situations that could require Respiratory support.
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 Respiratory Therapists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Respiratory Therapists should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Respiratory Therapists must have specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
 
 
 
 
 Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ACLS. PALS and NRP may be required in some areas.
 
 
 
 
 Requirements*:
 
 BLS, NBRC, 2 Years
 
 
 
 * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
 
 
 
 TotalMed Allied Job ID #1395194. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist - RRT THER - Travel
 
 About TNAA TotalMed Allied
 
 In the fast-paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we&rsquo;re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter - traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no pressure atmosphere.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We care like no other&nbsp;so that you can care like no other.
 
 
 
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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,082 per week

Mercy Health

<div>Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
Mercy Health
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Respiratory Care Practitioner II &ndash; Perrysburg Medical Center
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Care Practitioner II is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures including but not limited to oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient's response to such therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
Essential Functions:<ul><li>
May serve as the shift &ldquo;Charge Therapist&rdquo; with responsibility of ensuring adequate number of respiratory care staff to cover patient care areas and needs. This may include assigning respiratory care staff to work areas and/or work assignments, modifying work assignments, assisting with meal coverage, fielding call offs and providing adequate staffing levels for the next shift.</li><li>
May assist physician performing procedures such as bronchoscopy, transtracheal catheter insertion, tracheotomy intubation (if intubation is performed by respiratory therapy in the facility), assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes and invasive monitoring.</li><li>
Performs CPR including closed chest compressions and airway management techniques in accordance with the AHA ACLS protocol.
</li><li>Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve maintenance of a patient airway, including use of appropriate airways including endotracheal tubes, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal airways, maintenance of airway humidification, aspiration of secretions, extubation, maintenance of correct ETT cuff pressures and documents procedures in patient and department records.</li><li>
Selects, assembles, monitors and evaluates mechanical ventilators for proper function and operation, including correction of malfunctions, cleanliness and determines appropriateness use for patient condition.</li><li>
May perform pulmonary function tests (PFT).</li><li>
Serves as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.</li><li>
Assesses patient's physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in patient's record.</li><li>
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.</li><li>
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, Aerosol therapy, Postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc.</li><li>
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy, to maintain adequate PaO2&rsquo;s with accurate inspired levels of oxygen.</li><li>
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or Aerosol Therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish patient&rsquo;s individual clinical needs; document and observe patient&rsquo;s vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of Dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; and use judgement and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapy.</li><li>
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; check orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultation prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.</li><li>
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.</li><li>
Procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioning.</li><li>
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.</li><li>
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has an in-depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirations.</li><li>
May perform EKG&rsquo;s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Maintains all Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Responds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.</li></ul>
Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree, Related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)</li></ul>
Required Licensing &amp; Certifications:<ul><li>
Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)</li><li>
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)</li><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)</li><li>
BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (required)</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AAP/AWHONN (preferred)</li><li>
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist) - NBRC (preferred)</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license (required for Home Care/DME)</li></ul>
Experience:<ul><li>
Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional (required)</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members</li><li>
Good communication skills</li><li>
Able to effectively work with diverse people</li><li>
Good customer service skills</li><li>
Good organizational skills and time management skills</li><li>
Good oral and written communication</li><li>
Able to receive feedback</li><li>
Able to gather and interpret data</li><li>
Accountability</li><li>
Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers</li><li>
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.</li><li>
Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing</li><li>
Airway maneuvers</li><li>
Bedside pulmonary function</li><li>
Patient assessment</li><li>
Patient education</li><li>
Knowledge of chest suction equipment</li><li>
Knowledge of chest X-ray interpretation</li></ul>
Training:<ul><li>
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)</li></ul>
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being&mdash;personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer
<ul><li>Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts</li>
<li>Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders</li>
<li>Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support</li>
</ul>Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health &ndash; Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours &ndash; Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com</div>

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Perrysburg Hospital

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

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 Work Shift Day
 
Work Day(s) Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
 
Shift Start Time 7:30 AM
 
Shift End Time 4:30 AM
 
Worker Sub-Type Regular
 
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
 
Job Description Provides cardiopulmonary function testing and non-critical respiratory care to patients from newborn to 21 years of age consistent with accepted standards. Effectively and efficiently functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team that assesses, implements, plans, and evaluates patient care services. Proactively supports delivery of safe and clinically effective patient care while providing exemplary customer service at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
 
Experience
 No minimum experience required
 
Preferred Qualifications
 Bachelor's degree
 
Education
 Associate's degree from accredited respiratory therapy program
 
Certification Summary
 Basic Life Support (BLS)
 Respiratory Care Professional current Georgia license
 Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 Strong organizational capabilities and communication skills
 Exhibits enthusiasm and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
 Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment
 
Job Responsibilities
 Provides cardiopulmonary function testing for patients from newborn to 21 years of age integrating emotional, psychosocial, educational, and growth and developmental needs of the patient and family within 6 months of employment.
 Independently performs procedures per national and departmental standards, including spirometry, plethysmography, diffusing capacity (DLCO), pulmonary stress test and other procedures as ordered.
 Independently provides non-critical respiratory care, including patient assessment, aerosol therapy, patient education, and airway assessment and management.
 Assesses and appropriately addresses patients' learning needs, including comprehension, understanding, and compliance of the patient and family.
 Participates in care planning and implementation and suggests alternatives which lead to desired clinical outcomes.
 Communicates effectively via verbal and/or written documentation.
 Performs competently in clinical and non-clinical problem-solving.
 
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
 
Primary Location Address 859 Mount Vernon Hwy NE
 
Job Family Respiratory

Pulmonary Diagnostics Tech 1

<div>Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Care Practitioner II is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures including but not limited to oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient's response to such therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
Essential Functions:<ul><li>
May serve as the shift &ldquo;Charge Therapist&rdquo; with responsibility of ensuring adequate number of respiratory care staff to cover patient care areas and needs. This may include assigning respiratory care staff to work areas and/or work assignments, modifying work assignments, assisting with meal coverage, fielding call offs and providing adequate staffing levels for the next shift.</li><li>
May assist physician performing procedures such as bronchoscopy, transtracheal catheter insertion, tracheotomy intubation (if intubation is performed by respiratory therapy in the facility), assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes and invasive monitoring.</li><li>
Performs CPR including closed chest compressions and airway management techniques in accordance with the AHA ACLS protocol.
</li><li>Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve maintenance of a patient airway, including use of appropriate airways including endotracheal tubes, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal airways, maintenance of airway humidification, aspiration of secretions, extubation, maintenance of correct ETT cuff pressures and documents procedures in patient and department records.</li><li>
Selects, assembles, monitors and evaluates mechanical ventilators for proper function and operation, including correction of malfunctions, cleanliness and determines appropriateness use for patient condition.</li><li>
May perform pulmonary function tests (PFT).</li><li>
Serves as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.</li><li>
Assesses patient's physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in patient's record.</li><li>
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.</li><li>
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, Aerosol therapy, Postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc.</li><li>
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy, to maintain adequate PaO2&rsquo;s with accurate inspired levels of oxygen.</li><li>
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or Aerosol Therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish patient&rsquo;s individual clinical needs; document and observe patient&rsquo;s vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of Dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; and use judgement and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapy.</li><li>
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; check orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultation prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.</li><li>
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.</li><li>
Procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioning.</li><li>
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.</li><li>
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has an in-depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirations.</li><li>
May perform EKG&rsquo;s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Maintains all Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Responds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.</li></ul>
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree, Related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)</li></ul>
Required Licensing &amp; Certifications:<ul><li>
Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)</li><li>
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)</li><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)</li><li>
BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (required)</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AAP/AWHONN (preferred)</li><li>
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist) - NBRC (preferred)</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license (required for Home Care/DME)</li></ul>
Experience:<ul><li>
Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional (required)</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members</li><li>
Good communication skills</li><li>
Able to effectively work with diverse people</li><li>
Good customer service skills</li><li>
Good organizational skills and time management skills</li><li>
Good oral and written communication</li><li>
Able to receive feedback</li><li>
Able to gather and interpret data</li><li>
Accountability</li><li>
Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers</li><li>
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.</li><li>
Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing</li><li>
Airway maneuvers</li><li>
Bedside pulmonary function</li><li>
Patient assessment</li><li>
Patient education</li><li>
Knowledge of chest suction equipment</li><li>
Knowledge of chest X-ray interpretation</li></ul>
Training:<ul><li>
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)</li></ul>
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being&mdash;personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer
<ul><li>Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts</li>
<li>Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders</li>
<li>Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support</li>
</ul>Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health &ndash; Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours &ndash; Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com</div>

Respiratory Therapist (RT)- St. Charles Hospital

Bon Secours

<div>As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being&mdash;personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer
<ul><li>Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts</li>
<li>Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders</li>
<li>Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support</li>
</ul>Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours &ndash; Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours &ndash; Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.
Bon Secours
Intro paragraph
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Respiratory Care Practitioner II/Flat Rate/WEO (harmonized) &ndash; St. Francis Downtown
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Care Practitioner II is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures including but not limited to oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient's response to such therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
Essential Functions:<ul><li>
May serve as the shift &ldquo;Charge Therapist&rdquo; with responsibility of ensuring adequate number of respiratory care staff to cover patient care areas and needs. This may include assigning respiratory care staff to work areas and/or work assignments, modifying work assignments, assisting with meal coverage, fielding call offs and providing adequate staffing levels for the next shift.</li><li>
May assist physician performing procedures such as bronchoscopy, transtracheal catheter insertion, tracheotomy intubation (if intubation is performed by respiratory therapy in the facility), assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes and invasive monitoring.</li><li>
Performs CPR including closed chest compressions and airway management techniques in accordance with the AHA ACLS protocol.
</li><li>Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve maintenance of a patient airway, including use of appropriate airways including endotracheal tubes, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal airways, maintenance of airway humidification, aspiration of secretions, extubation, maintenance of correct ETT cuff pressures and documents procedures in patient and department records.</li><li>
Selects, assembles, monitors and evaluates mechanical ventilators for proper function and operation, including correction of malfunctions, cleanliness and determines appropriateness use for patient condition.</li><li>
May perform pulmonary function tests (PFT).</li><li>
Serves as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.</li><li>
Assesses patient's physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in patient's record.</li><li>
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.</li><li>
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, Aerosol therapy, Postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc.</li><li>
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy, to maintain adequate PaO2&rsquo;s with accurate inspired levels of oxygen.</li><li>
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or Aerosol Therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish patient&rsquo;s individual clinical needs; document and observe patient&rsquo;s vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of Dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; and use judgement and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapy.</li><li>
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; check orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultation prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.</li><li>
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.</li><li>
Procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioning.</li><li>
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.</li><li>
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has an in-depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirations.</li><li>
May perform EKG&rsquo;s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Maintains all Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Responds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.</li></ul>
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree, Related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)</li></ul>
Required Licensing &amp; Certifications:<ul><li>
Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)</li><li>
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)</li><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)</li><li>
BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (required)</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (required)</li><li>
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AAP/AWHONN (preferred)</li><li>
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) (preferred)</li><li>
ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist) - NBRC (preferred)</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license (required for Home Care/DME)</li></ul>
Experience:<ul><li>
Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional (required)</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members</li><li>
Good communication skills</li><li>
Able to effectively work with diverse people</li><li>
Good customer service skills</li><li>
Good organizational skills and time management skills</li><li>
Good oral and written communication</li><li>
Able to receive feedback</li><li>
Able to gather and interpret data</li><li>
Accountability</li><li>
Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers</li><li>
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.</li><li>
Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.</li><li>
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing</li><li>
Airway maneuvers</li><li>
Bedside pulmonary function</li><li>
Patient assessment</li><li>
Patient education</li><li>
Knowledge of chest suction equipment</li><li>
Knowledge of chest X-ray interpretation</li></ul>
Training:<ul><li>
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)</li></ul></div>

Respiratory Therapist - St. Francis Downtown

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<div>Respiratory Therapist (RT) 
Albany, GA
We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our healthcare team in Albany, Georgia. This role is ideal for a professional who is passionate about providing high-quality respiratory care to patients in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Pay: $30&ndash;$40 per hour (based on experience)
Requirements:<ul><li>
Active Respiratory Therapist license/credential</li><li>
Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required</li><li>
Strong patient care and critical thinking skills</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a team environment</li></ul>
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Assess and treat patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders</li><li>
Administer respiratory therapies and monitor patient responses</li><li>
Operate and maintain ventilators and other respiratory equipment</li><li>
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop care plans</li></ul>
✨ Benefits:<ul><li>
Competitive hourly pay based on experience</li><li>
Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>
Opportunities for professional growth</li><li>
Supportive and collaborative work environment</li></ul>
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