Respiratory Therapist

2 weeks ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time
Job Summary

UPMC Pulmonary Partners is seeking a Part-Time Respiratory Therapist to join our team. This is a weekday, daylight position with no nights, weekends, or holidays.

Responsibilities
  • Evaluate medical orders for appropriateness and interpret clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
  • Administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients, ensuring specified treatment parameters are met.
  • Observe equipment function and adjust as needed to obtain optimal results.
  • Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and respond to code situations.
  • Maintain patient charts and order repairs when necessary.
  • Train and supervise students during respiratory care procedures.
  • Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess condition and determine treatment requirements.
  • Determine the most suitable method of administering inhalants and precautions to be observed.
  • Monitor patient physiological responses to therapy and perform bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
  • Perform pulmonary function tests and consult with physicians in the event of adverse reactions.
Requirements
  • Graduate of a Co ARC-approved Respiratory program or temporary license with approval from the Human Resources department.
  • Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation certification.
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to expiration of temporary practice permit.
  • Osteopathic Respiratory Care or Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) certification.
  • Act 34 clearance.
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