Respiratory Therapist/Cardiopulmonary/Occasional

Type: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Department: Cardiopulmonary

Status: Occasional

Shift: Variable

Summary of Position:
Implements and controls the administration of all Cardiopulmonary patient services in accordance with the policies of the Hospital and the directives of the Medical Staff.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for administration of EKGs, ABGs, therapeutic gases, oxygen, aerosol therapy, diagnostic testing, and all aspects of continuous ventilation
• Responsible for the training, inservices, and education of nursing for respiratory care procedures as directed
• Maintains a record of treatment and is involved with related billing procedures
• Maintains and stores equipment and gases in accordance with State and hospital regulations
• Maintains an active role in Hospital committees as assigned
• Keeps current regarding advances in respiratory care and management relative to job function
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding knowledge of all patient information (HIPAA), confidential staff and hospital business
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships with all staff members

Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.

Experience:
Minimum one year as a Respiratory Therapist preferred.

Licensure/Certification:
Current Idaho License Respiratory Therapist; RRT;
Current CPR, ACLS and NRP required; PALS preferred.