What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Thompson Health?
An exciting and rewarding opportunity is available for a sharp Respiratory Therapist at UR Medicine Thompson Health! We are a premier healthcare provider in the Finger Lakes region. You will enjoy a competitive pay rate, generous benefits, free onsite parking, an excellent staffing model and a caring, modern, high-tech environment!
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Days/Nights, collaborative scheduling within the department
Pay Range: $38.00 - $48.00 (based on experience)
Benefits:
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement up to $6000/year
- Contribution and match on Retirement Plan
- Five weeks paid time off
- Access to Success coaches
- Free parking
Company Culture: Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience! Place yourself in an environment where your growth is supported, your contributions valued and your successes celebrated.
- Focus on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service
- Focus on Employee Wellness: Biometric screenings, Wellness programs, Access to onsite gym, Zen Room, Community Shared Agriculture program
- Staff Recognition platforms: Shining Stars, CARESCount website
Required Job Specific Competencies:
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology in all areas that pertain to the practice of respiratory care.
- Understands disease processes and their impact on the cardiopulmonary system.
- Possess technical skills in equipment operation as related to respiratory care.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide best-practice care and excellent outcomes for the patients.
- Exhibit flexibility in decision making and prioritizing assignments.
- Function as a team member, relaying clear and concise communication to ensure optimal patient care.
- Guards the confidentiality of sensitive information including but not limited to the patients, staff and hospital system.
- Exhibit the CARES values in all interactions within the health system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs basic and advanced respiratory care procedures - 90%
- Performs all modalities in a timely fashion and according to policy and procedure.
- Cleans, processes, and troubleshoots equipment.
- Performs patient assessments & recommends changes to therapy from evidence based findings.
- Responds courteously & quickly to calls for service from internal & external customers.
- Responds quickly & in accordance with policy & procedure for all "Code" calls within the healthcare system.
- Communicates care needs clearly &effectively to coworkers and other members of the healthcare team.
- Accurately records all productivity
- Documents all patient interventions in Epic or using downtime process
- Documents appropriately in supporting records such as the EMAR.
- Performs complete & correct billing entry to ensure accurate representation of services performed for billing purposed.
- Performs additional duties within scope of responsibility as required. - 5%
- Maintains health/education records and skills as required by licensure and healthcare system requirements. - 5%
Qualifications:
- Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Licensed or has valid Permit as a Respiratory Therapist by New York State Education Department Office of the Professions (NYSED OP) website
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification required within three (3) months of start date
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification required within one (1) year of start date
- Graduate of a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program – Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Bachelor of Science (BS) required
- Current Respiratory Therapy experience preferred.
- New graduates may be hired into a Respiratory Therapist position pending determination by the director.
Pay Range:$38.00 - $48.00
Starting Pay: Based on Experience
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