What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Respiratory Therapist position at PUTNAM COUNTY HOSPITAL?
Job Details
Description
Putnam County Hospital is looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our team. This position will be benefits eligible, working 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Job Summary: The Respiratory Therapist will administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities and will train and act as a resource for respiratory department technicians
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Administers all respiratory care as ordered by a provider
• Completes continuing education and in-services to remain current with respiratory care practices
• Records patient treatment, response, and progress
• Inspects, tests, maintains, and operates respiratory therapy equipment
• Responds to "code blue" calls and assists by maintaining the patient's airway and performing CPR
• Give thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff at end of shift
• Provides indicated respiratory care education to patients and family
• Invasive and noninvasive ventilation, ABG collection and interpretation, oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, pulmonary hygiene
• Performs other duties as assigned
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Qualifications
Education Experience: 2-Year College Degree
Years of Related Experience: 1-2 Years
License/Certificate Required: Yes
Driver's License Required: Yes
Travel Requirements: None
Age Requirement: 18
Job Requirements:
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Indiana
• Graduate of CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved school of Respiratory Care
• BLS , ACLS, and PALS within 90 days of hire
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with or ability to quickly learn hospital's electronic medical record (CPSI)
• Ability to work with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Abides by HIPAA guidelines
Preferred Skills:
• NRP certifications preferred
• Familiarity with invasive and non-invasive ventilation techniques