Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for implementing Respiratory Care treatments, procedures and diagnostic testing according to physician's order and department policy/procedure.

Job Functions

1. Provides and monitors the therapeutic administration of medical oxygen, aerosols, humidification and respiratory medications.
2. Applies and monitors non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilatory support.
3. Assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, maintenance of natural airways, and insertion and maintenance of artificial airways.
4. Obtains physiological specimens and interprets physiological data.
5. Suggests alternative therapies, alterations in therapy and changes in frequency of therapy to the physician when appropriate.
6. Instructs patients and their families in techniques for the prevention, alleviation and rehabilitation of diseases associated with the respiratory system.
7. Anticipates the patient's respiratory needs post discharge and facilitates the transition to home or alternate care site.
8. Documents patient data in accordance with policy and procedure requirements and processes billing.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

When performing in Chaska, performs the following Pharmacy functions:

1. Monthly outdate checks; returns to Pharmacy.
2. Receives stock; fills AcuDose daily and InstyMeds machine as necessary.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• Graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to be sensitive to patient's physical and psychological needs
• Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of RT equipment
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above

License/Certifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Link to Employee Health Physical Demands

Ridgeview Medical Center will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, union membership, creed, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status with regards to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other category that may be protected by law.

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