Certified Respiratory Care Specialist

2 weeks ago

San Antonio, Texas, United States CHRISTUS Health Full time
Overview:

The Certified Respiratory Care Specialist is accountable for delivering comprehensive pulmonary care to critically ill, non-critical, and chronically ill patients across all age groups, including adults, children, and neonates. This role operates under the guidance of a physician with a degree of autonomy. Responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations and implementing tailored respiratory care strategies. The specialist performs a variety of technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures throughout the healthcare facility.

About CHRISTUS Health:

CHRISTUS Health is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to serving the unique medical needs of children and families. Our institution is recognized for its specialized services, including Pediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care, Children's Emergency Services, and advanced treatment options for various medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

Outpatient Responsibilities:

• Conducting Spirometry Tests
• Performing DLCO assessments
• Executing FENO tests
• Utilizing Body Box for Plethysmography
• Administering MVV evaluations
• Measuring MIP/MEP
• Facilitating Six Minute Walk tests
• Guiding patients in Incentive Spirometry
• Providing Spacer Teaching
• Administering Albuterol treatments
• Collecting Cystic Fibrosis Sputum Samples
• Conducting Methacholine Challenges

Inpatient Responsibilities:

• Upholding the OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Responding to emergency situations (Code Blue and White);
• Managing airways through nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning;
• Delivering aerosolized medications;
• Overseeing ventilator operations;
• Ensuring oral hygiene;
• Placing and maintaining airway retention devices;
• Managing BiPAP and CPAP devices;
• Administering oxygen delivery systems and monitoring therapy;
• Analyzing chest films;
• Collecting and interpreting blood gas samples;
• Performing EKG analysis;
• Documenting care accurately and thoroughly;
• Cleaning and restocking equipment as needed;
• Participating in CAP and JC surveys.
• The specialist may also take on leadership roles as Shift Leader or Team Leader.

Advanced Practice Skills:

• Managing therapeutic gases, including INO and HeO2;
• Conducting Pulmonary Function Testing;
• Assisting in Bronchoscopy procedures;
• Monitoring hemodynamics;
• Analyzing waveforms;
• Evaluating nocturnal SpO2 (Desaturation Studies);
• Conducting Polysomnography;
• Performing transport duties.

Qualifications:

A. Education/Skills:
  • Licensure and/or certification requirements must be met.
B. Experience:
  • Preferred 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.
C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
  • RT or RCP License in the state of employment is required.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by NBRC is required.
  • BLS certification is required.
  • ACLS certification is required.
  • PALS certification is required.
  • NRP certification is required.
Work Schedule:

Varies

Work Type:

Full Time

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are committed to making our workplace accessible to all individuals. If you require assistance during the application process, please reach out to our support team.

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