What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Practitioner/Therapist position at Impact Talent Solutions?
This job provides respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to both inpatients and outpatients, including neonates and geriatric patients. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes, and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Education
Required - Associate's Degree
Certifications
Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Louisiana (or temporary license must be obtained)
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)
NICU experience required
Education
Required - Associate's Degree
Certifications
Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Louisiana (or temporary license must be obtained)
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)
NICU experience required
- Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and patient information retrieval.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to individuals at varying levels.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
- Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
- Performs diagnostic procedures.
- Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patient served in the assigned area.
- Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
- Attends staff meetings.
- Other related duties as required.
Salary : $5 - $8