Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago

East Saint Louis, United States TOUCHETTE Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

This positions is PRN

Job Summary:

Provides quality respiratory care utilizing knowledge, professional judgement and standard principles in cardiopulmonary to promote and maintain health for patients of all ages in accordance with physician orders.

Functions and Duties:

  • Assists patient to accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants; operating mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
  • Evaluates effectiveness of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, documenting, and evaluating patient’s progress; recommending adjustments and modifications to the plan.
  • Documents patient care services by charting in electronic medical record and other department systems.
  • Performs diagnostic procedures including arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, pulmonary function tests, 6 minute walks, etc.
  • Ensures safe operation of equipment, clean and safe working environment, and adheres to infection control policies.
  • Collaborates with physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
  • Teach patients how to use treatments.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

  • Graduate of an approved AMA program required.

Experience

  • 1 year of experience is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

  • Current Registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care required.
  • Current Illinois State license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist required.
  • Current Basic Life Support required.

Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to prioritize duties for timely completion of routine, scheduled and stat procedures.
  • Ability to work within the critical care team.

Touchette Regional Hospital Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Travel Emergency Assistance
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k), with Company Match
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Accident Only Insurance
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Holidays
  • Sick Days
  • Floating Birthday
  • Bereavement
  • Jury Duty
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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