Clinical Respiratory Specialist
About the role
Atrium Health Cabarrus is a nationally recognized community hospital serving Concord and the surrounding region, known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a wide range of specialties. As a Clinical Respiratory Specialist, you will join a collaborative multidisciplinary team providing expert respiratory care in a dynamic acute care environment, with opportunities to care for diverse patient populations while contributing to Atrium Health's commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. The Clinical Specialist serves as an expert for clinical teams and can assist in the coordination and operation of specific programs within the Respiratory Care Department, including Education, Performance Improvement, Pulmonary Disease Management, Outpatient Services, and Research.
Responsibilities
- Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
- Serves as Department liaison and communicates pertinent information to multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
- Assists in the coordination and ongoing development of specific programs within the Respiratory Care Department.
- Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies; communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
- Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
- Follows departmental safety guidelines.
- Completes all regulatory requirements.
- Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
Requirements
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment.
- Basic Life Support for healthcare providers through the American Heart Association.
- Advanced certification per facility/department.
- Graduate of an approved school of