Respiratory Therapist Registered ProTech

The information described in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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Job Summary
Provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment and diagnostic testing as a part of the patient care team. Works effectively and cooperatively within the workplace. Location/Department specific tasks and competencies may apply. Additionally, the respiratory therapist will provide acquisition and analysis of arterial blood gases in the blood gas lab in accordance with AARC, SVH and instrument manufacturer guidelines regarding such. This will include order acquisition, obtaining sample, transport, analysis, reporting and all associated documentation (proficiency testing) as required.




Essential Functions

Consistently and accurately perform patient care per established guidelines and in accordance with prescribed safety standards for operation of equipment. Ensure quality of patient care. Complete all documentation and report preparation in an accurate and timely manner per established guidelines. Maintain work environment, supplies and equipment per established guidelines. Maintain current knowledge of trends, regulation, equipment, policies and procedures pertaining to functional area. Maintain ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office (Outlook) and department specific software applications to perform work. Communicate effectively and cooperatively in the workplace. Actively contribute to the achievement of Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities. Complete all mandatory learning requirements in a timely manner. Maintain current licensure and/or certification as required. Attend and actively participate in all department, team and/or committee meetings. Comply with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.




Education

Successful completion of an accredited respiratory care program required.




Experience/Training

Related healthcare experience required.




License/Certifications

Current Washington State Respiratory Care Practitioner License required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider ACLS required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire. PALS required within 6 months of hire.




Other Skills

Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required. Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications to perform work. Well-developed problem solving skills required. Must be able to effectively prioritize workload amongst frequent interruptions with competing priorities. Knowledge of the healthcare environment required. Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position (may include overtime and weekend work).




Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.