Certified Respiratory Care Specialist

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Thomas Jefferson Univ Full time

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Job Overview:

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for delivering respiratory therapy interventions aimed at assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with respiratory and pulmonary conditions.

This professional evaluates patient health status and collaborates with medical staff to establish suitable treatment strategies, while also tracking patient recovery post-procedure to assess treatment efficacy.

Additionally, the Respiratory Therapist meticulously documents all patient care activities, ensuring adherence to established quality care standards and departmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Engages with colleagues, visitors, and other personnel in alignment with the organizational values.
  2. Administers respiratory therapy as prescribed by physicians, including oxygen therapy, respiratory medications, pulmonary function tests (PFTs), arterial blood gases (ABGs), and mechanical ventilation.
  3. Conducts both invasive and non-invasive evaluations to identify respiratory care requirements, providing recommendations based on departmental protocols to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate discharge.
  4. Monitors patients on mechanical ventilation, conducting clinical assessments, routine evaluations, troubleshooting, weaning, airway management, and diagnostic tests to ensure patient safety and quality care.
  5. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath samples for diagnostic purposes, measuring lung capacity to identify any impairments.
  6. Provides diagnostic findings and treatment recommendations based on patient analysis.
  7. Communicates effectively with the healthcare team to ensure seamless care coordination and service delivery.
  8. Ensures the efficient operation of the PFT and ABG laboratory, along with other tasks as assigned by supervisory personnel.
Required Qualifications:

Professional proficiency in the field of Respiratory Care, consistent with NBRC credentials.

Educational background includes graduation from an AMA accredited Respiratory Care program. Must hold a license from the State Board of Medicine or State Board of Osteopathic Medicine. Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) is mandatory. An Associate's degree or equivalent is required.

Registration with the National Board of Respiratory Care is required (if not registered, must obtain registration within two years of employment).

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and/or Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) certifications are preferred. Previous experience in the field is advantageous.

Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for individuals working within clinical settings.

Applicants not currently vaccinated must receive the vaccination prior to their start date unless an approved medical or religious exemption is granted.

About Jefferson:

Jefferson is a nationally recognized institution located in the greater Philadelphia area and southern New Jersey, dedicated to transforming healthcare and education to deliver exceptional value.

With a workforce exceeding 42,000, Jefferson is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate clinical care, enhancing community health, preparing future leaders for modern careers, and advancing knowledge through research.

Thomas Jefferson University, which includes Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, has a rich history dating back to 1824 and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students.

Jefferson Health, recognized as one of the top healthcare systems in the nation, serves patients through millions of encounters annually across numerous hospitals and outpatient facilities.

Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed care organization providing a diverse range of health coverage options for over 35 years.

As an employer, Jefferson is committed to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities and values diversity, encouraging applications from women, minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.

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