Registered Respiratory Therapist
Job description:
Job Summary:
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in order to achieve optimum outcomes for patients of all ages.
- Collaborate with members of the health care team/patient/ family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Manage resources, establish priorities, and modify environment to meet patient care needs.
- Provide input into practice, environment and work issues by participating in unit, hospital and/or organization activities that facilitate staff participation/input in decision-making.
- Functions as a role model for clinical practice to coworkers, students, and physicians.
Qualifications:
- Associates degree and/or certification from a CoARC (Committee on Accreditation of Respiratory Care Education)- approved school of Respiratory Therapy; bachelor’s preferred.
- Licensed as a respiratory care practitioner by the VA State Board of Medicine.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Successful completion of orientation and competency validation for this position.
- Ability to acquire BLS within three months of employment in this position or as determined by the department.
- Some areas may require ACLS, NRP, PALS certification within one year of employment. Active membership in professional organization (AARC) preferred.
- Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Great benefits. Relo offered!