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Description
JOB SUMMARY
• Responsible for working with the Physician, nurses, and other health team members to deliver medication, promote bronchial hygiene, manage mechanical ventilators, and monitor oxygenation status of our patients. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. WORKING CONDITIONS
• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• 2 year / Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• 1 - 2 years Respiratory Therapy (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
• Required: Georgia Composite Board license Respiratory Care Professional, National Board Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist. Adult Respiratory Care: Required American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Pediatric Life Support (PALS) obtained within 12 months. GENERAL SKILLS
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Basic Computer Skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Date Posted: 13 May 2024
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