Respiratory Care Assistant, Atrium Health Cabarrus, PRN

Full-time, benefits-eligible position with a 36-hour work week.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each; conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose, benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors, and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators; aware of critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols; makes proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department, and regulatory agencies; communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts, and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, importance, and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible; proficient in electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines; completes all regulatory requirements and annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment.
• Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.

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 Respiratory Therapy; Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered). BA/BS or higher preferred.
• For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience. For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible.

Skills

• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships.
• Effective problem-solving, decision-making, and delegation skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
• Limits access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job; shares information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires repetitive physical activity.
• Able to walk and stand to perform duties.
• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.
• Ability to move patients of all age groups.
• Adequate hearing and eyesight are necessary.
• Exposure to a working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Pay

$30.70 - $46.05 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time nights. This position is sign-on bonus eligible.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.