Respiratory Therapist, RRT
Company: UPMC
Location: Jamestown
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Description Purpose:Under the general direction of a physician and
by prescription, provides respiratory therapy services and life
support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the
cardiopulmonary system. Defined responsibilities are performed in
all patient populations and in all patient service
areas.Responsibilities:Reads prescription, measures arterial blood
gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition
and determine requirements for treatment, such as type and duration
of therapy, and medication dosages. Determines most suitable method
of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and
modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with
physician's ordersAssists to transport mechanically ventilated
patients. Responds to all code situations.Maintains patient's chart
that contains pertinent identification and therapy information. *
Orders repairs when needed. * Demonstrates respiratory care
procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. *
Supervises students during training.Sets up and operates devices,
such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration
apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment,
such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and
to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients.
Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum
results to therapy. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy
equipment to ensure equipment functions safely and
efficiently.Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders.
Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical
objectives.Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy,
such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry
changes. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patient in
performing breathing exercises. Performs pulmonary function tests
to be used by physician in diagnosis of case. Consults with
physician in the event of adverse reactions. Qualifications
RequiredGraduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for
Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory programRespiratory Care
Practitioner (RCP) license in the practicing state required. Basic
Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary ResuscitationRegistered
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory
Care (NBRC)Respiratory therapists who receive their RRT credential
from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain
certification under the NBRC requirements Licensure,
Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards
that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component
within 30 days of hireCPR required based on AHA standards that
include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within
30 days of hireNRP within 1 year of hire/transferBasic Life Support
(BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR) OR Neonatal Resuscitation Program
(NRP)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Respiratory Care
Practitioners (RCP) UPMC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran Total Rewards More than just
competitive pay and benefits, UPMC's Total Rewards package cares
for you in all areas of life - because we believe that you're at
your best when receiving the support you need: professional,
personal, financial, and more. Our Values At UPMC, we're driven by
shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one
another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring
& Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation
play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for
our employees, patients, health plan members, and community. Ready
to join us? Apply today.
Keywords: UPMC, Erie , Respiratory Therapist, RRT, Healthcare , Jamestown, Pennsylvania
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