What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resp Therapist I Flt ED - Kettering - CPM SVC ADMIN - Full Time - Days position at Kettering Health?
Job Requirements
Responsibilities & Requirements
Responsibilities & Requirements
- Graduate of a 2-4 year AMA approved Respiratory Program
- Required Licenses [Ohio, United States] Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner for the State of OhioRRT Credentials issued by the National Board of Respiratory CareCurrent BLS with ACLS, PAL or NRP for respective area
- Acute/critical care knowledge as it relates to cardiopulmonary disease statesAbility to precept acute/critical care areasSupervisory capabilities.
- Determine respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians / providers. Ensure compatibility with physician orders.
- Perform respiratory protocols as outlined in system policies.
- Set up and administer all routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures to patients.
- This includes inhalants, mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems.
- Perform invasive and noninvasive testing to assist in treating chronic and acute respiratory illnesses.
- Assess and interpret evaluations and test results.
- Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment.
- Ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
- Order repairs when necessary.Evaluate effects of the respiratory therapy treatment plan and recommend modifications when needed.
- This includes monitoring vital signs, arterial blood gasses, and reviewing patient information.
- Complete discharge planning by consulting with medical staff members and assist with qualifying and setting up of home medical equipment.
- Record all information in the patient legal record and maintain department records.
- Educate patient on their disease state, wellness, home care, and safety.Provide clinical preceptorship for Respiratory Therapy StudentsAll other duties assigned by departmental leadership.