Respiratory Therapist Transport

5 months ago

Orlando, United States AdventHealth Full time

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • Benefits from Day One

  • Paid Days Off from Day One

  • Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

  • Sign-on Bonus up to $15,000 (*eligibility required)

  • Relocation up to $5,000 (*eligibility required)

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Location: 601 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32801

Schedule: Full time/Days

The role you’ll contribute:

The Transport Respiratory Therapist (RT) is an experienced and advanced practitioner responsible for the rapid and safe transport of critically ill patients. S/he will function as a collaborative member of the AdventHealth transport team working jointly with the team in making patient care decisions.

Completes and documents patient assessments, treatments, medications and reactions to treatments and medications per department protocols and AdventHealth policy. Adheres to safety requirements while transporting patients in an around the ambulance. Maintains thorough and accurate information in the Right CAD system for department statistics. Completes the QA process on chart reviews for patient safety and improved outcomes. Works jointly with the Crew, Supervisor and Communication Specialist to ensure timely acceptance of patient transfer and placement through the Emergency Transfer Center. Communicates patient updates to physicians with appropriate triage of urgency. Initiates the hospital and physician chain of command when appropriate or if there are EMTALA concerns. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

  • Demonstrates, through behavior, AdventHealth’s core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork

  • Age Specific Competencies

  • AMRM (annual Air Medical Resource Management program)

  • Infection Prevention

  • Hazardous Materials Recognition and Response

  • Airway Management, Mechanical Ventilation

  • Clinical Competencies

  • Simulation Lab/Skills Days

  • Annual Health Physical

  • Completes and documents patient assessments, provides interventions with accurate administration and calculation of medications and the responses per department protocols and AdventHealth Policy.Utilizes specific knowledge in emergency care of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

  • Adheres to safety requirements and applies caution, remaining alert to hazards at all times while transporting patients in and around the ambulance.Utilizes proficiency with radio communications and emergency egress procedures.

  • Assists with clinical instruction, skills checkoffs and precepting.Completes and performs competency check offs and monitors when needed.

  • Communicates patient updates to physicians and receiving units through dispatch for medical control

  • Completes timely documentation of patient demographics, the transfer process and flight times in the Right CAD system for accuracy of department statistics

  • Completes the department processes of shift briefings and QA of charts for patient safety and improved outcomes

  • Follows templates for service line specifics and algorithms of acceptance and denials of patient transfers/transports into and throughout the AdventHealth system.Initiates the hospital and physician chain of command when appropriate if there are EMTALA concerns

  • Proficiency in understanding and use of systems

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Advanced Airway skills with proficiency in placing supra-glottic airway devices and endotracheal intubation

  • Advanced knowledge of hemodynamics, volume resuscitation and a coordinated approach with Transport RN in resuscitating patient

  • Adept at initiating/maintaining complex therapeutic interventions such as non-conventional advanced modes of ventilation

  • Enhanced critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate changes in patient condition and respond rapidly and appropriately

  • Expertise in patient assessment, evaluation and revision of treatment plans through use of AHEMS protocols

  • Excellent communication and team leadership skills

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED:

  • Ground and air transport knowledge

  • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump

  • Basic knowledge of mechanical circulatory assist devices such as extra-corporeal membranous oxygenation (CardioHelp device)

  • Ventricular Assist Device knowledge (Impella, LVAD, RVAD, BiVAD)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Associates degree from an accredited respiratory therapy or cardiopulmonary science program

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in respiratory critical care

  • Five years of patient care

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

  • Bachelor’s in health-related field

  • OB and Pediatric experience

  • Air Medical Core Curriculum

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

  • Current valid State of Florida License as a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • BLS

  • ACLS

  • PALS

  • NRP

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

  • ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialty)

  • AARC (American Association of Respiratory Care)

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Emergency Services

Organization: AdventHealth Orlando

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24024427

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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