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UC Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Respiratory Limited Permit Holder - Respiratory Therapy

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Must be actively enrolled in a respiratory program.
  • Must have student licensure and a current license or permit to practice respiratory care issued by the respective state.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Must be able to apply cardiopulmonary knowledge and skills appropriate to patient diagnosis.
  • Must be checked off to perform duties by a department orientation representative or department manager.
  • Must work effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver non-critical patient care services to all age groups using selected invasive and noninvasive techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system, according to state Respiratory Care Board approval and department authorization.
  • Engage in population-appropriate communication and apply knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
  • Give patients and families clear treatment instructions and involve family or guardians in assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care.
  • Identify patients' physical limitations and deploy interventions when necessary.
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to patients and families with behavioral health problems.
  • Interpret population-related data and plan care appropriately.
  • Identify and respond to needs associated with unique psychological needs or religious and cultural norms.
  • Perform treatments, administer medication, and operate equipment safely; recognize and respond to signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect.
  • Perform and monitor patient progress and response to services.
  • Assess patients and make appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions.
  • Perform invasive and non-invasive therapeutic and diagnostic modalities according to department policy and procedure.
  • Correctly record information in the patient legal record and maintain department records; hand off care using the SBAR model.
  • Educate patients on their disease state, wellness, home care modalities, and safety.
  • Apply technical knowledge to consult with physicians regarding cardiopulmonary status and act as a resource.
  • Support leadership initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

UC Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

UC Health combines top clinicians and researchers to deliver patient care in Cincinnati and surrounding areas. It operates through the UC Medical Center and West Chester Hospital, offering a wide range of medical services and specialties. Care is delivered through a collaboration of clinical treatment, teaching, and ongoing research, with access to research-driven, discovery-based approaches and advanced facilities. The organization distinguishes itself by leveraging the academic strength of the University of Cincinnati to integrate clinical care with research and education, supported by a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The goal is to provide the highest quality, compassionate healthcare through leading-edge clinical services, teaching, innovation, and research across medical specialties.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$431.3M
Headquarters
Cincinnati, OH
Founded
2012

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