Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist/Sleep Lab

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JOB DESCRIPTION/PERFORMANCE/EVALUATION – RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Codes
Effective Date Revised /Reviewed Date __________ ANNUAL

E = Exceeds Standard

M = Meets Standard
JANUARY 1, 1993 February 2015

NI = Needs Improvement

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders and department policies and procedures. The information

contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-

inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and

responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to

reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Certified Respiratory Therapist

- Graduate of a CAAHEP approved Respiratory Therapist program.
- Certified by the NBRC
- Licensed by the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care as a Licensed CRT.

Registered Respiratory Therapist
- All the above of Registry-Eligible.
- Registered by NBRC.
- Licensed by the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care as a Licensed LRT

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

Responsible to: Respiratory Medical Director and Administrative Director of Respiratory Services
Workers Supervised: None
Interrelationships: Contact with other respiratory care personnel, physicians, nurses and other hospital employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: E M NI

1. Oxygen - Be knowledgeable in the various methods of oxygen 2 1 0 delivery and the equipment needed for each. Be alert for the possible side effects to oxygen delivery.

2. Treatments - Administer Respiratory Therapy treatments understanding 2 1 0 the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.

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3. Ventilators - Set-up and monitor mechanical ventilators and the 2 1 0 associated critical care duties required with such treatment, such as, airway management and tracheal suctioning. Maintain/clean equipment in proper working area.

4. ABGs - Be able to perform arterial punctures for obtaining blood samples for 2 1 0 blood gas analysis per procedure.

5. Sterilization - Be aware of Departmental Sterilization procedures. 2 1 0

6. Charting and Verbal Orders - Chart all pertinent data on the patient’s 2 1 0 medical chart following completion of any service. Able to take verbal orders and follow through with orders per procedure.

7. EKG – Knowledgeable of procedure on EKG, able to perform and detect 2 1 0 abnormalities. Maintain/clean equipment in proper working order.

8. Follows Departmental Safety Guidelines; knows location and use of 2 1 0 emergency devices; familiar with MSDS material and universal precautions. Demonstrates knowledge of fire and electrical safety and disaster procedures.

9. Perform all duties as outlined on the “Shift Responsibilities” for 2 1 0 the particular shift.

10. Demonstrates competency in all departmental procedures as described in 2 1 0 the Policy and Procedures manual, to include assessment and treatment with therapeutic gases, aerosols and humidity, chest physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and pulmonary function testing.

11. Demonstrates competency in all equipment in detail, including its 2 1 0 structure, function, indications for use, physiologic effects upon the patient, and proper maintenance procedures.

12. Provides functional guidance to other positions of lesser function when 2 1 0 so requested.

13. Perform all additional duties as assigned by the Departmental Director. 2 1 0

14. Demonstrates awareness of the ethical issues surrounding patient care, 2 1 0 including the patient’s right to access, treatment, respect, and confidentiality.

15. Demonstrates competency in the age related differences related to 2 1 0 communicating and implementing patient care activities with children and the elderly.

16. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms and logbooks 2 1 0 and their proper usage.

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17. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations 2 1 0 and medication doses as they relate to patients of varying ages, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.

18. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and 2 1 0 tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.

19. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a patient 2 1 0 and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Patient’s family is included in teaching as appropriate.

20. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Coordinates 2 1 0 and directs patient care to ensure patient’s needs are met and that hospital policy is followed.

21. Ability to assess patient, his/her need, and ability to tolerate treatment and 2 1 0 reassessment for response to treatment.

22. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques 2 1 0 and treatment modalities as performed on patients of varying ages, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.

23. Attends education inservice programs to maintain professional competency. 2 1 0

Obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training.

24. Participates in performance improvement activities and CQI teams when 2 1 0 discussion pertains to departmental concerns, workflow and mission.

25. Maintains the proper requirements to be licensed by the state of West 2 1 0

Virginia.

26. Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. 2 1 0

27. Completes annual educational requirements. 2 1 0

28. Maintains regulatory requirements. 2 1 0

29. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within 2 1 0 designated time.

30. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. 2 1 0

31. Stays up-to-date with industry matters by reading/attending educational 2 1 0 presentations.

32. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system 2 1 0 correctly.

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33. Attends annual review and departmental inservices, as appropriate. 2 1 0

34. Attends at least 6 staff meetings, reads and returns all monthly staff 2 1 0 meeting minutes.

35. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business 2 1 0 practices.

36. Communicates the mission, ethic and goals of the facility as well as 2 1 0 the focus statement of the department.

37. Maintains high quality of work performance. 2 1 0

38. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of job. 2 1 0

39. Maintains a good rapport and cooperative work relationship with 2 1 0 all patient care personnel.

40. Uses sound judgment in decision-making. 2 1 0

41. Consistently coordinates tasks to achieve maximum productivity and 2 1 0 efficiency during assigned shift.

42. Always makes best use of time during assigned shift. 2 1 0

43. Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although 2 1 0 not assigned; regularly helps out others.

44. Recognizes necessity for adjustments in personal schedule to 2 1 0 accommodate workload or shift coverage.

45. Perform other duties as required by supervisors. 2 1 0

46. Responsible for special duties and work assignments as designated by 2 1 0 supervisor.

47. Keep tardiness to a minimum. 2 1 0

48. Physically capable of handling job. 2 1 0

49. Ability to handle problems or situations arising during your shift of work. 2 1 0

50. Have an awareness of the factors that influence test results or treatment 2 1 0 outcomes.

51. Have a good working knowledge of the Meditech system and all 2 1 0 requirements of that system.

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52. Recognizes events that could affect patient safety and act 2 1 0 appropriately per patient safety policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Extensive walking, bending, and stooping.
- Some lifting of various weights.

SPECIAL DEMANDS:

- Manual dexterity to operate computer.
- Able to write legibly.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS:

- Merit evaluation will consist of annual review through personal interview.
- Performance evaluation and recommendations will be made utilizing annual reviews with inclusions of

QA evaluation.
- Failure to comply with recommendations or willingness to excel may be grounds for disciplinary action and/or termination.

AGREED TO:

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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST DATE

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Respiratory Therapy Director DATE

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Year ____________

Performance Evaluations Summary

Name of Staff Member __________________________________ Position Title ________________________________________

Total Possible Score is the number of elements multiplied by 2.

Exceeds standard Number circled ______ x 2 = _______ Total Actual Points = ______%
Total Possible Points
Meets standard Number circled ______ x 1 = _______

Needs Improvement Number circled ______ x 0 = _______

Total Actual Points _________

RATING Score > 75% Exceeds Standard
50 – 75% Meets Standard
< 50% Needs Improvement

SUPERVISOR COMMENTS
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RECOMMENDED GOALS/ACTIONS
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EVALUEE’S COMMENTS
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Respiratory Therapy Director DATE EMPLOYEE DATE

Arterial Blood Gas Sampling

Authorization Form

*Date _____________________

This is to certify that ____________________________________________ has demonstrated competency in the technique of arterial puncture for the purpose of blood gas analysis and as of this date is hereby authorized to perform this procedure.

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Staff Therapist, Respiratory Care

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Respiratory Therapy Director

*Annual renewal required

Pay: $27.53 - $29.65 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• RRT (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $30