What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - FULL TIME / CAMDEN DAY SHIFT position at Virtua?
Summary:
Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with cardio-respiratory deficiencies or abnormalities. Serves as a clinical resource in all areas of patient care and contributes to the overall quality of patient care.
Position Responsibilities:
Performs patient assessments and develops individualized respiratory care plans.
Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician.
Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non-invasive ventilator care.
Demonstrates competency in all aspects of the Blood Gas Laboratory and/or Laboratory procedures regarding Blood Gases (location dependent)
Provides patient and family education on medications, disease processes, treatments, and wellness strategies
Setup, operates, and maintains medical gas delivery and airway humidification systems.
Documents patient care activities using computer information management systems
Position Qualifications Required:
Required Experience:
RRT new graduates accepted. CRT with 10 years of experience. CRT with less than 10 years of experience will be required to earn their RRT credential within one year.
Required Education:
Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist as determined by the National Board for Respiratory Care. BLS credential. ACLS credential (or must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire). Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.