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Respiratory Therapist - ARH Advanced Care, Inc.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare

Appalachian Regional Healthcare

South Williamson, KY, USA
Posted 6+ months ago

Respiratory Therapist - ARH Advanced Care, Inc.

Job Locations US-KY-South Williamson
Requisition ID
2024-32486
# of Openings
1
Category
Allied Health
Community
ARH Advanced Care Big Sandy
Posted Date
4 days ago(9/30/2024 9:08 AM)
Position Type
PRN
Department
Respiratory Therapy
Shift
Night Shift

Overview

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing procedures and operating various equipment in accordance with physician orders or under the guidance and direction of the Director of Respiratory.

Responsibilities

· Administers respiratory therapy treatments and emergency respiratory care, using prescribed equipment, gases, drugs, or other required methods.

· Performs pulmonary diagnostic studies as directed for patient assessment.

· Places patient in proper position for treatment ensuring comfort and safety of patient.

· Takes and records vital signs and conditions of patient and records same as directed.

· Observes and monitors patient during procedure and takes corrective action as necessary.

· Performs necessary reporting functions as directed.

· Insures that equipment and supplies are available and in proper condition for patient use.

· Perform cardiac diagnostic studies as directed.

· Must be able to set up, maintain and make prescribed changes to mechanical ventilation.

· Must be able to perform Blood Gas Analysis and/or Arterial Sampling.

· Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings

· Participate in committee meetings upon request

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and

· Successful completion of a formal respiratory therapy course.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

· Possession of a valid National Board of Respiratory Care Certification in states where certification is required; and

· Must possess State Certification or Temporary Work Permit for respiratory care practitioner.

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