Respiratory Therapist-Full Time

• Job Location: AUSTIN, TX 78746
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $35.00 - $40.00
• Job Shift: DayPOSITION SUMMARY The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, department policies and procedures

Experience with ABG machines, Ventilators, Bipap/CPAP, and EKGs. Administer Nebulizer treatments, Incentive Spirometry, MDIs, Ezpap and Oxygen. Perform chest physiotherapy as indicated.

Responsibilities Note

The essential job functions of this position are preceded by an asterisk (*). GENERAL (COMPETENCIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES) 1.01* 1.02* 1.03* Performs various methods of oxygen delivery utilizing appropriate equipment. Assesses the need and effects of oxygen delivery.

Administers Respiratory therapy treatments by assessing patient, determining appropriateness of order, and implementing physician order. Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment.

1.04 1.05* Assesses patient pain to determine if physician or nurse intervention is necessary for positive patient outcome. Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis and addresses complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.

1.06* Documents all pertinent data on the patient's medical record following completion of any service. Documents patient refusal, inability to administer, or missed therapy with appropriate reasoning. Communicates info with Nursing staff for consistent patient care.

1.07 Follows departmental equipment cleaning and/or sterilization procedures. 1.08 1.09* Performs all duties as outlined in the Shift Responsibilities. Performs EKG's, documents patient abnormalities, sends reports to physicians and files reports in department, according to department procedures.

1.10* Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests Respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.

1.11* 1.12 1.13 Formulates a teaching plan based on identified needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning, includes patient family as appropriate. Follows physician orders both written and verbal. Writes verbal order from physician and notes RT name and Physician name.

Calls physician for clarification of orders as needed. Complete all other tasks assigned by Nurse Manger or Director.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy with one year of acute care experience preferred. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure (RT) BLS, ACLS and PALS required.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Manager of Cardiopulmonary Services ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS/HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS HAZARDS: x Exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals x Exposure to x-ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to extreme conditions, hot/cold x Exposure to communicable diseases Exposure to dust/fumes x Blood borne pathogen exposure x Exposure to moving mechanical parts Adverse weather conditions x Exposure to potential electrical shock x Gaseous risk exposure Exposure to high pitched noises MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: x Manage stress appropriately x Make decisions under pressure x Manage anger/fear/hostility of others x Handle multiple priorities x Work alone x Work in confined/crowded areas AGE SPECIFIC CRITERIA (AGES OF PATIENTS SERVED): x Birth - 1 year = Neonatal / Infant x 18 - 64 years = Adult x 1 - 11 years = Child / Pediatric x 65 years + = Geriatric x 12 - 17 years = Adolescent N/A = No responsibility to treat or care for patients WORKING CONDITIONS: 20% Sitting 40% Standing 40% Walking ( x) INSIDE: Spends approximately 38 hours or more per week inside. ( ) OUTSIDE: Spend approximately 2 hours per week outside (driving/running work related errands). ( ) BOTH: The activities occur inside and outside in approximately equal amounts.

Physical Demands

( ) LIGHT WORK: Frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 5 lbs with occasional 10 lb max. ( ) MEDIUM WORK: Frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 10 lbs with occasional 25 lb max. ( x ) HEAVY WORK: Frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 25 lbs with occasional 50 lb max.

Physical Requirements

Some None Freq. Some None Freq. LIFTING / CARRYING x HEARING ACUITY x PUSHING / PULLING x REPETITIVE ARM/HAND MOTION x STOOPING, KNEELING, BENDING x MANUAL DEXTERITY (eye/hand) x CRAWLING x FINGER DEXTERITY x CLIMBING x COLOR VISION x BALANCE x VISION ACUITY - far x DEPTH PERCEPTION x VISION ACUITY - near x