Certified Respiratory Therapist
Certified respiratory therapist job at Coffee Regional Medical Center
The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) performs diagnostic tests, provides therapeutic interventions, and responds to medical emergencies throughout the hospital participating in CPR and intubation., as required.
The RCP evaluates the patient's response to therapy administered and recommends and implements modifications to the respiratory care plan based on this evaluated response.
The RCP provides education to the patient, family and public.
The RCP, under the supervision of a physician, provides age-appropriate care to all groups served.
OVERVIEW
The evaluation is to assure individual performance, departmental goals and organizational goals are aligned. It is designed to support communication between the manager and the employee. Employee perception of their own performance is very important. To maximize the benefit of this process, both the manager and the employee participate in the evaluation process.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent customer service skills.
Reads and understands the English language.
Ability to think critically and analytically with little or no supervision
Ability to work effectively in situations of high stress and conflict and communicate goals and outcomes.
Ability to process information and prioritize
Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Possesses independent work habits, is self-reliant and self-directed
Ability to learn, adapt, and change as required by the job functions
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of material and information accessed and reviewed
Basic computer literacy
Ability to move freely, reach, bend, and complete light lifting
Ability to use good body mechanics while performing daily job functions and ability to follow specific OSHA guidelines
Ability to maintain attendance to meet standard job practices
Education
High School diploma or GED
Graduated from an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program
Licensure
Credentialed (CRT,RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or board-eligible
Current or temporary license from the State of Georgia
Current CPR
Experience
1 year experience in an acute care setting (preferred)
Interpersonal skills
Essential technical/motor skills
Essential physical requirements
Light: Exert up to 20 lb. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lb. of force frequently - greater than 75%
Essential mental requirements
Essential sensory requirements
Other
Ability to function independently
Ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment
Computer knowledge
Equipment used
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Exposure to hazards (body fluid exposure level)
Level I
Age of Patient Populations Served
Neonates 1 - 30 days
Infants 30 days - 1 year
Children 1 - 12 years
Adolescents 13 - 18 years
Adults 19 - 70 years
Geriatrics - 70+ years
JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Below are those tasks, duties, and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the position's purpose and objectives. These are critical or fundamental to the performance of the position. They are the major functions for which the person in the position is held accountable. Following are the essential functions of the position, along with the corresponding performance standards.
Performs diagnostic tests (Arterial Blood Gases, sputum inductions, Electrocardiograms, Electroencephalograms, Peak Expiratory Flow Rates, Pulmonary Function Studies and Stress Tests) according to department policy, following physician's orders.NOTE: CLIA regulations are based on the complexity of the test method. CLIA categorizes analysis of Arterial Blood Gases [ABG's] as moderate complexity testing. Staff that has demonstrated competency in this area does not require direct supervision to perform this task.
Inserts radial arterial lines following departmental policy.
Administers therapies and/or treatment modalities (pharmacological agents, oxygen administration, mechanical ventilation, airway care and bronchopulmonary hygiene) according to department policy following physician's orders.
Assesses patients for appropriateness of therapy.
Evaluates the patient's response to therapy administered, consults with the ordering physician: recommends and implements modifications to the respiratory care plan.
Participates in the code blue team: performs CPR, inserts artificial airway and/or intubates, as required.
Stocks crash cart and other supplies, as needed.
Performs equipment maintenance, cleaning, calibration, etc. according to department policy.
Charges for all services provided.
Performs all duties in according with CRMC Infection Control Standards.
Communicates all clinical problems or patients requiring further evaluation to department management.
Keeps current in the profession.
Participates in special projects as directed by Director/Assistant Director.
Participates in the department's PI initiatives.
Performs other tasks/procedures as requested by the Director/Assistant Director.
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$10,000 Sign On Bonus
The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Education: See License/Certification Requirements
Experience: One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses and Certifications
* REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
* RESPIRATORY CARE PROFESSIONAL
* HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR)
* ACLS CERTIFICATION
* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT
Qualifications
* Must become certified in PALs and ACLS within 8 months of employment.
* One year experience working in post-surgical cardiothoracic care required.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) II - Cardiopulmonary (Days) (PRN)
Carrollton, GA jobs
The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Three years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
*ACLS Certification
*Healthcare Provider (CPR)
*Pediatric Advanced Life Support
*Registered Respiratory Therapist
*Respiratory Care Professional
Qualifications
*Must become certified in PALS and ACLS within 8 months of employment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU - Cardiopulmonary (Nights) (PRN)
Carrollton, GA jobs
The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties by hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Education
Associate Degree or 2 years of college coursework
Experience
One year of related experience. Requires working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
*Registered Respiratory Therapist
*Respiratory Care Professional
*Healthcare Provider (CPR)
*ACLS Certification
*NRP Certification
Qualifications
*Must attend S.T.A.B.L.E. baby course within 18 months of employment.
*Must become certified in ACLS within 8 months of employment.
*Has at least 1 year Level III NICU experience either with Tanner or at another Level III NICU facility.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Cardiopulmonary (Nights) (PRN)
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The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Three years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
* ACLS Certification
* Healthcare Provider (CPR)
* Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
* Registered Respiratory Therapist
* Respiratory Care Professional
Qualifications
* Must become certified in NRP and ACLS within 8 months of employment.
Area of Responsibilities
* Administers respiratory treatments and oxygen therapy correctly and in a timely manner. Participates in airway management during CODEs. Performs ventilator care according to established policy and protocols. Must be able to set priorities to complete daily assignments.
* Demonstrates the ability to coordinate cardiopulmonary care of the patient with other departments which fosters multidisciplinary care planning.
* Participates in Performance improvement activities by helping to identify, monitor, and achieve improvement goals established by the department
* Provides exceptional customer service to patients, families, visitor, physicians, and other employees. Through the established systems and protocols used to evaluate staff for excellent customer service employee will achieve the set goals.
* Working knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures and standards of care practice. Documentation is in compliance with hospital policy and regulatory agencies.
* Accountable for use and ordering of supplies and maintaining inventory
* Accurately evaluates self and meets pre-established professional goals.
* Acts as preceptor/mentor for students and new employees.
* Complies with standards set forth by the Joint commission and other regulatory agencies.
* Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures regarding restraints and administers procedures appropriately to restrained patients.
* Demonstrates behaviors necessary for age-specific care and knowledge of decision making process for all ages of the population(s) served. Demonstrates ability to communicate appropriately with various ages. Demonstrates ability to adapt technique/treatment to age of patient served. As appropriate involves family/significant other in treatment process.
* Effectively operates and understands the use of specialized equipment.
* Knowledgeable of and follows OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Regulations.
* Participates in continuing education as mandated per policy.
* Participates in multi-disciplinary patient care conferences.
Compliance Statement
Employee performs within the prescribed limits of Tanner Health System's Ethics and Compliance program. Is responsible to detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Three years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
* ACLS Certification
* Healthcare Provider (CPR)
* Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
* Registered Respiratory Therapist
* Respiratory Care Professional
Supervision
* May supervise shift. Instructs new employees and corrects their work as an active participant in staff development.
Qualifications
* Must become certified in NRP and ACLS within 8 months of employment.
Definitions
* The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Contact With Others
Requires frequent but limited contacts with many others to do job, or extensive contacts with a limited number of categories of people to apply procedures or treatment. Requires discretion and tact to interpret departmental procedures.
Effect Of Error
Probable errors not easily detected and may adversely affect external as well as internal relationships and may result in major expenditures for equipment, materials, or procedures detrimental to the patient's welfare or the organization's interest. Work is subject to general review only and requires considerable accuracy and responsibility. Continually works with reports, records, plans, and programs of a major functional area of the organization where integrity is required to safeguard the organization's position. Duties may involve the preparation of data on which the administration bases important decisions and are highly confidential.
Supervisory Responsibility
Has limited supervision over a small section of employees (up to 15), i.e. assigns and directs their work; instructs new employees and corrects results, may discuss with supervisor, but has no authority over job content or personnel. Team governance where the Members evaluate, interview, and recommend personnel actions.
Mental Demands
Work involves a variety of complex problems to be solved under general organization policies. Ingenuity and judgment are required to review facts, plan work, estimate costs, and deal with factors not easily evaluated, interpret results, draw conclusions, and take or recommend action. Solutions to problems often require coordination with other departments.
Physical Effort
Medium physical effort - Lifts, carries, or handles lightweight (1 to 25 lbs.) materials or equipment for most of the day. Occasional physical effort with medium weight objects (25-60 lbs.). Very occasional physical effort with heavy objects (over 60 lbs.).Works in reaching or strained positions for about half of day.
Working Conditions
Considerable - (About 75% of the day) Involved in exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or some work is performed with exposure to temperature/weather extremes/occupational risk and probability of coming into contact with blood borne pathogens, other potentially infectious diseases, or biomedical/bio-hazardous materials.
Working Conditions Aspects For Immunizations
* Performs tasks involving contact with blood, blood-contaminated body fluids, other body fluids, or sharps (needles)
* Directly works with Patients less than 12 months of age
Physical Aspects
Continually (at least once per day)
* Hearing
* Visual
* Color Vision
* Speaking
Frequently (at least 3 times a week)
* Typing
* Manual Dexterity -- pinching with fingers, etc.
* Feeling (Touch) -- determining temperature, texture, by touching
* Standing
* Balancing
* Walking
* Lifting up To 25 lbs.
* Lifting 25 To 60 lbs.
* Handling -- seizing, holding, grasping
* Carrying
* Pushing/Pulling -- up To 25 lbs.
* Pushing/Pulling -- 25 To 60 lbs.
Occasionally (at least once a month)
* Bending
* Reaching -- above shoulder
* Reaching -- below shoulder
* Running - In response To an emergency
* Lifting over 60 lbs.
* Climbing
* Kneeling
* Squatting
* Smelling
* N95 Respirator usage (PPE)
* Hazmat suit usage (PPE)
* Pushing/Pulling -- over 60 lbs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU - Cardiopulmonary (Nights) (PRN)
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The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties by hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Education
Associate Degree or 2 years of college coursework
Experience
One year of related experience. Requires working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
* Registered Respiratory Therapist
* Respiratory Care Professional
* Healthcare Provider (CPR)
* ACLS Certification
* NRP Certification
Qualifications
* Must attend S.T.A.B.L.E. baby course within 18 months of employment.
* Must become certified in ACLS within 8 months of employment.
* Has at least 1 year Level III NICU experience either with Tanner or at another Level III NICU facility.
Area of Responsibilities
* Administers respiratory treatments and oxygen therapy correctly and in a timely manner. Participates in airway management during CODEs. Performs ventilator care according to established policy and protocols. Must be able to set priorities to complete daily assignments.
* Demonstrates the ability to coordinate cardiopulmonary care of the patient with other departments which fosters multidisciplinary care planning.
* Participates in Performance improvement activities by helping to identify, monitor, and achieve improvement goals established by the department
* Provides exceptional customer service to patients, families, visitor, physicians, and other employees. Through the established systems and protocols used to evaluate staff for excellent customer service employee will achieve the set goals.
* Working knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures and standards of care practice. Documentation is in compliance with hospital policy and regulatory agencies.
* Accountable for use and ordering of supplies and maintaining inventory.
* Accurately evaluates self and meets pre-established professional goals.
* Acts as preceptor/mentor for students and new employees.
* Attends All High Risk C-sections Deliveries as defined by policy
* Complies with standards set forth by the Joint commission and other regulatory agencies.
* Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures regarding restraints and administers procedures appropriately to restrained patients.
* Demonstrates behaviors necessary for age-specific care and knowledge of decision making process for all ages of the population(s) served. Demonstrates ability to communicate appropriately with various ages. Demonstrates ability to adapt technique/treatment to age of patient served. As appropriate involves family/significant other in treatment process.
* Effectively operates and understands the use of specialized equipment.
* Has at least 1 year Level III NICU experience either with Tanner or at another Level III NICU facility.
* Knowledgeable of and follows OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Regulations.
* Must Train and Check Off on Out of Hospital Acute Transports.
* Obtains Neonatal Pediatric Specialty credential ( NPS) within 18 months of hire. This credential must be kept current to remain NICU RRT.
* Participates in continuing education as mandated per policy.
* Participates in multi-disciplinary patient care conferences.
* Rotating Weekend, Holiday, and Call are required to assure quality care.
Compliance Statement
Employee performs within the prescribed limits of Tanner Health System's Ethics and Compliance program. Is responsible to detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline.
Education
Associate Degree or 2 years of college coursework
Experience
One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
* ACLS Certification
* Healthcare Provider (CPR)
* NRP
* Registered Respiratory Therapist
* Respiratory Care Professional
Supervision
* May oversee and instruct a student from area Respiratory therapy degree programs.
* May supervise shift. Instructs new employees and corrects their work as an active participant in staff development.
Qualifications
* Must attend S.T.A.B.L.E. baby course within 18 months of employment.
* Must become certified in ACLS within 8 months of employment.
Definitions
* The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Contact With Others
Requires frequent but limited contacts with many others to do job, or extensive contacts with a limited number of categories of people to apply procedures or treatment. Requires discretion and tact to interpret departmental procedures.
Effect Of Error
Probable errors not easily detected and may adversely affect external as well as internal relationships and may result in major expenditures for equipment, materials, or procedures detrimental to the patient's welfare or the organization's interest. Work is subject to general review only and requires considerable accuracy and responsibility. Continually works with reports, records, plans, and programs of a major functional area of the organization where integrity is required to safeguard the organization's position. Duties may involve the preparation of data on which the administration bases important decisions and are highly confidential.
Supervisory Responsibility
Has limited supervision over a small section of employees (up to 15), i.e. assigns and directs their work; instructs new employees and corrects results, may discuss with supervisor, but has no authority over job content or personnel. Team governance where the Members evaluate, interview, and recommend personnel actions.
Mental Demands
Simple unvarying operations under immediate and close supervision. Uses one or a few simple, specific procedures allowing little or no variation.
Physical Effort
Moderate physical effort - Lifts, carries, or handles lightweight (1 to 25 lbs.) materials or equipment for about half of the day. Very occasional physical effort with medium weight objects (25- 60 lbs.). Office or laboratory work requires close visual effort and concentration more than half of day. Works in reaching or strained positions for less than half of day.
Working Conditions
Considerable - (About 75% of the day) Involved in exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or some work is performed with exposure to temperature/weather extremes/occupational risk and probability of coming into contact with blood borne pathogens, other potentially infectious diseases, or biomedical/bio-hazardous materials.
Working Conditions Aspects For Immunizations
* Performs tasks involving contact with blood, blood-contaminated body fluids, other body fluids, or sharps (needles)
* Directly works with Patients less than 12 months of age
Physical Aspects
Continually (at least once per day)
* Hearing
* Visual
* Speaking
Frequently (at least 3 times a week)
* Typing
* Manual Dexterity -- pinching with fingers, etc.
* Feeling (Touch) -- determining temperature, texture, by touching
* Reaching -- above shoulder
* Reaching -- below shoulder
* Color Vision
* Standing
* Balancing
* Walking
* Lifting up To 25 lbs.
* Handling -- seizing, holding, grasping
* Carrying
* Pushing/Pulling -- up To 25 lbs.
Occasionally (at least once a month)
* Bending
* Running - In response To an emergency
* Lifting 25 To 60 lbs.
* Climbing
* Kneeling
* Squatting
* Smelling
* N95 Respirator usage (PPE)
* Hazmat suit usage (PPE)
* Pushing/Pulling -- 25 To 60 lbs.
* Pushing/Pulling -- over 60 lbs.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Cardiopulmonary (Nights)
Carrollton, GA jobs
$10,000 Sign On Bonus The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Education: See License/Certification Requirements
Experience: One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses and Certifications
* REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
* RESPIRATORY CARE PROFESSIONAL
* HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR)
* ACLS CERTIFICATION
* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT
Qualifications
* Must become certified in PALs and ACLS within 8 months of employment.
* One year experience working in post-surgical cardiothoracic care required.
Statement Of Employment Philosophy
Being a part of Tanner Health System is more than a job, it is a promise we make to treat every patient with exceptional service every time they walk through our doors. Service excellence is the foundation of our organizational culture and the expectations we all set for each other, our patients, physicians and our community. All employees agree to abide by a set of service standards. These standards are the promise we make to provide the best care possible, and represent our beliefs, values and who we strive to become. We each commit to making Tanner Health System a great place for our employees to work, for patients to receive care and for physicians to practice medicine.
Functions
Area of Responsibilities
* Administers respiratory treatments and oxygen therapy correctly and in a timely manner. Participates in airway management during CODEs. Performs ventilator care according to established policy and protocols. Must be able to set priorities to complete daily assignments.
* Provides exceptional customer service to patients, families, visitor, physicians, and other employees. Through the established systems and protocols used to evaluate staff for excellent customer service employee will achieve the set goals.
* Demonstrates the ability to coordinate cardiopulmonary care of the patient with other departments which fosters multidisciplinary care planning.
* Participates in Performance improvement activities by helping to identify, monitor, and achieve improvement goals established by the department
* Working knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures and standards of care practice. Documentation is in compliance with hospital policy and regulatory agencies.
* Effectively operates and understands the use of specialized equipment.
* Acts as preceptor/mentor for students and new employees.
* Participates in multi disciplinary patient care conferences.
* Accurately evaluates self and meets pre-established professional goals.
* Accountable for use and ordering of supplies and maintaining inventory
* Demonstrates behaviors necessary for age-specific care and knowledge of decision making process for all ages of the population(s) served. Demonstrates ability to communicate appropriately with various ages. Demonstrates ability to adapt technique/treatment to age of patient served. As appropriate involves family/significant other in treatment process.
* Complies with standards set forth by the Joint commission and other regulatory agencies.
* Knowledgeable of and follows OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Regulations.
* Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures regarding restraints and administers procedures appropriately to restrained patients.
* Participates in continuing education as mandated per policy.
* Requires working a minimum of every third weekend, on call 3 shifts per 6 week schedule, working rotating holidays.
* After 6 months may be required to serve as the shift Charge Therapist.
* Participates in specialty training or education regarding the open heart program at Tanner Medical Center
* Able to work independently, following established polices and protocols to wean open heart patients in the ordered time frame.
* Assures follow up, reporting, and documentation on critical lab results as defined by established policies and protocols.
* May be required to work areas in addition to the Open Heart Unit depending on census to include but not limited to ER, Adult or Pediatric Floor Care, Adult ICU
Compliance Statement
Employee performs within the prescribed limits of Tanner Health System's Ethics and Compliance program. Is responsible to detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Education: See License/Certification Requirements
Experience: One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses and Certifications
* REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
* RESPIRATORY CARE PROFESSIONAL
* HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR)
* ACLS CERTIFICATION
* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT
Supervision
* May supervise shift. Instructs new employees and corrects their work as an active participant in staff development.
Qualifications
* Must become certified in PALs and ACLS within 8 months of employment. If hired prior to 71/25, PALS must be obtained by 1/1/27.
* One year experience working in post-surgical cardiothoracic care required.
Definitions
The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Position Responsibilities
Contact with Others: Requires frequent contact with many persons at different levels inside and outside of the organization to carry out organization policies and programs and obtain willing acceptance, consent, or action.
Effect of Error: Probable errors may be serious and involve losses such as improper costs, overpayment, waste of material, damage to equipment, and delay in processing work. Effect usually confined within the organization. Most of work not subject to direct verification or check. Regularly works with some confidential data such as account, salaries, patient medical records, which if disclosed might have adverse internal or external effects.
People Management Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibility: Has limited supervision over a small section of employees (up to 15), i.e. assigns and directs their work; instructs new employees and corrects results, may discuss with supervisor, but has no authority over job content or personnel. Team governance where the Members evaluate, interview, and recommend personnel actions.
Work Environment/Physical Effort
Mental Demands: A wide variety of complex, changing problems, most of which cannot be anticipated, and there is little existing precedent. Requires careful analysis for the effect of solution on other activities and overall coordination in the organization. Accuracy is essential and not subject to further check. Work involves high degree of resourcefulness, independent judgment, initiative, and long-range planning to achieve major functional objectives.
Working Conditions: Extreme - Constantly involved in exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or some work is performed with exposure to temperature/weather extremes/occupational risk and probability of coming into contact with blood borne pathogens, other potentially infectious diseases, or biomedical/bio-hazardous materials.
Working Conditions Aspects for Immunizations
Performs tasks involving contact with blood, blood-contaminated body fluids, other body fluids, or sharps (needles): Yes
Directly works with Patients less than 12 months of age: Yes
Physical Effort: Medium physical effort - Lifts, carries, or handles lightweight (1 to 25 lbs.) materials or equipment for most of the day. Occasional physical effort with medium weight objects (25-60 lbs.). Very occasional physical effort with heavy objects (over 60 lbs.).Works in reaching or strained positions for about half of day.
Physical Aspects
Bending: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Typing: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Manual Dexterity -- picking, pinching with fingers etc.: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Feeling (Touch) -- determining temperature, texture, by touching: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Hearing: Constant = 67% - 100% of the time.
Reaching -- above shoulder: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Reaching -- below shoulder: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Visual: Constant = 67% - 100% of the time.
Color Vision: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Speaking: Constant = 67% - 100% of the time.
Standing: Constant = 67% - 100% of the time.
Balancing: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Walking: Constant = 67% - 100% of the time.
Crawling: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Running - in response to an emergency: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Lifting up to 25 lbs.: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Lifting 25 to 60 lbs.: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Lifting over 60 lbs.: Not required
Handling -- seizing, holding, grasping: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Carrying: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Climbing: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Kneeling: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Squatting: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Tasting: Not required
Smelling: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Driving -- Utility vehicles such as golf carts, Gators, ATV, riding lawnmowers, skid steer, aerial lift: Not required
Driving -- Class C vehicles: Not required
Driving -- CDL class vehicles: Not required
N95 Respirator usage (PPE): Constant = 67% - 100% of the time.
Hazmat suit usage (PPE): Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Pushing/Pulling -- up to 25 lbs.: Frequent = 34% - 66% of the time
Pushing/Pulling -- 25 to 60 lbs.: Occasional = 1% - 33% of the time
Pushing/Pulling -- over 60
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Temp-$60/hr
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Milledgeville, GA, United States
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Milledgeville, GA, United States
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The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs Cardiopulmonary duties in accordance with hospital policy/procedure under general supervision. This can include administering of respiratory treatments, airway management, ventilator management, blood gases, and other noninvasive cardiology procedures. This individual will be held to a high level of customer service representation and will be an active participant in the continuous quality improvement process. Serves as a resource to other employees.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Three years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
*ACLS Certification
*Healthcare Provider (CPR)
*Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
*Registered Respiratory Therapist
*Respiratory Care Professional
Qualifications
*Must become certified in NRP and ACLS within 8 months of employment.