Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago

Redwood City CA, United States Montefino Ventilator Training Full time

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (aka Respiratory Therapist or RT) with Montefino does more than provide essential direct medical care to their patients. Our RTs have smaller patient caseloads, in some cases working with a single patient at the assigned facility on a given shift. Montefino RTs follow established standards and procedures, provide supervision, care, support, and training to individuals with Developmental Disabilities. The position provides critical assistance to individuals with ADL's (activities of daily living). They possess knowledge of the industry/field, applicable state/federal laws (e.g. of Development Services, State Council on Developmental Services, etc.). RTs maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment that ensures respect, dignity, protects privacy, rights, and physical/emotional well-being to all residents. Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
Provide emergency care, including artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Determine requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders.
Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.
Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to manage patient care.
Maintain charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, ordering repairs when necessary.
Educate residents and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and assist or instruct patients in performance of breathing exercises.
Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel.
Make emergency visits to resolve equipment problems.
Provide supervision and guidance for residents during skills building activities.
Develop and implement individual treatment plans for residents.
Assist with daily living activities, including preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene.
Develop a rapport with residents and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship.
Update resident case notes on a daily basis.
Ensure an appropriate staff-to-client ratio at all times.
Additional duties and projects as assigned.

~ Possess (and maintain) a current Respiratory License/Credentials from an accredited body. Preferred types include Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT); CA Respiratory Care Practitioner License (RCP)
~1+ years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist or similar role is desired, but not required.
~ Possess knowledge of the field and best practices. Laws regulating the field/patient populations and regulatory entities; Proper sanitation and other care procedures, etc.
~ Employees must be able to actively pursue continuing education to maintain current knowledge of their field.
~ Ability to communicate effectively in English.
~ Ability to consistently follow detailed and precise instructions for delivery of care and proper use of associated equipment.
~ Ability to read and understand written materials, including technical documentation.
~ Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects with a high degree of accuracy in a fast passed environment with shifting demands and deadlines.
~ Effective computer skills, including proficiency with standard office programs/applications and the ability to quickly learn new ones (i.e. scheduling software, email tools, etc.).
~ Shift length can vary but are generally 12 hours (day and night shifts). Availability on weekends and holidays is required. Overtime opportunities may be available.

COVID-19 Precautions : Personal protective equipment provided as required; Location : This position is an onsite position at care facilities in Redwood City . RTs may be assigned at shifts at other facilities in the area.
Employment Type : Part-Time, Full-Time, & Per Diem Non-Exempt/Hourly Positions Available
00 per hour, final rate based on experience.
Benefits : Paid Sick Leave, Company-sponsored 401(k) + employer match, Robust health benefit offerings, and Vacation (benefit options are dependent on employment type).

Montefino Ventilator Training is committed to providing superior quality and unparalleled patient care and customer service in all aspects of our business. As a valued member of our team, employees are expected to work cooperatively with colleagues and partners to enable Montefino to provide the highest level of service possible. Employee creativity, diligence, and productivity is encouraged and supported. We believe in treating others fairly and honestly while demonstrating empathy and respect to everyone in our community.

Montefino Ventilator Training is proud to be an inclusive organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
38-44 Hourly Wage

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