Respiratory Therapist

1 month ago

Newnan, United States City of Hope Full time

Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

  • This is a PRN position.

  • Assess the respiratory needs of patients and works closely with physicians, nurses, and other health care team members to administer all respiratory care procedures that provide the maximum therapeutic and diagnostic benefit to the patient.

  • Recognize the indications, contraindications and equipment for basic respiratory therapies, including oxygen, aerosolized medication, humidity, volume expansion, secretion clearance and arterial blood gas sampling, analyzer and machine maintenance.

  • Understand the indications and contraindications and equipment for ventilator support, including non-invasive and volume ventilators - set up, check functionality and clean all types of ventilators.

  • Ability to document verbal order, assessments, teaching interventions and therapy notes in the medical and departmental electronic medical record. Is able to intervene appropriately based on changes in patient status. Notifies appropriate RN and MD.

  • Perform as a member of the Rapid Response and Code Team. Duties to include all phases of airway management, ABG draws, CPR, EKG, and ventilator support when needed.

  • Perform 12 lead EKG's, knows correct lead placement and able to recognize artifact and ominous findings.

Minimum Education Requirements

  • Current Georgia license as a Respiratory Therapist (or eligible for immediate Georgia licensure)

Minimum Experience

  • 1 year of hospital experience preferred

  • Ability to perform EKG's is required

  • Experience with PFT's and/or bedside spirometry strongly preferred, but not required

Required Certification/Licensure

  • BLS/CPR and ACLS required.

  • Must hold an active license through the Georgia Medical Composite Board

  • Must hold an active RRT certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here:Benefits Information

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