Respiratory Therapist

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The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) shall provide all aspects of respiratory care under the guidance of a qualified physician and the Director of Respiratory Therapy.

Responsibilities

Is able to work unsupervised and, when needed, can assist with duties of the Director, specifically in the absence of the Director of Respiratory Therapy.Is able to effectively administer oxygen mixtures utilizing various oxygen delivery devices. Can set up, initiate and maintain ventilators and CPAP devices.Is familiar with the principles of airway maintenance, endotracheal and tracheostomy care. Follows the procedures and observations for care during and after extubation.Initiates and maintains cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other related life support procedures.Confers with physicians regarding all aspects of Respiratory Therapy concerning patient care.Administers specific dosages of all Respiratory Therapy related medications as specified by a physician. Recognizes, interprets, and records signs and symptoms of medication side effects particularly those that require notification of a physician.Effectively and safely uses equipment for delivering positive pressure, humidification, nebulization, and medications to patients.Effectively utilizes methods that assist in the removal of secretions from the bronchial tree such as, hydration, breathing and coughing exercise, postural drainage, chest percussion and airway suctioning.Performs all aspects of pulmonary function testing, if trained. Effectively uses all department pulmonary function equipment.Performs 12 lead EKG’s and prepares them for physician interpretation.When needed is capable of overseeing the work of the certified and non-certified technicians who are performing those procedures requiring a high level of expertise.Is able to dismantle and reassemble most of the Respiratory Therapy equipment. Is able to take all necessary precautions to insure the safe handling of all respiratory equipment.Works well with each age level of patient. Is sensitive to the age specific needs of each individual patient and alters the clinical approach accordingly.Participates in the department’s continuing education programs.Actively participates in Performance Improvement Processes.Interprets and carries out physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.Able to allay anxieties of patient/families regarding respiratory/cardiac procedures.Works with other departments to insure appropriate and efficient service to patients.The Carle Experience/Core Values – Practices the WAY TO BE standards and related MUST-HAVES in his/her daily work. Is approachable, respectful, professional, the solution and a team player in his/her actions and words as an ambassador for the hospital and Carle Health System. Adheres to and demonstrates CRMH Core Values in all job responsibilities.

Qualifications

Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Associate's Degree: Respiratory Therapy; Certificate of Completion: Respiratory Therapy, Work Experience:

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Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $31.95per hour - $54.95per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.