Respiratory Care Practitioner / Part -Time

This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards and Emory Service Culture Guidelines.
• Provides Patient and Family Centered Care.
• Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.
• Level of Competency:
  • Completes and maintains all competencies.
  • Refers and guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting.
  • Assures competence to function if working in a new area.
  • Ensures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; removes items from service and reports failures as needed.
• Assumption of Duties:
  • Assesses unit work and reports to supervisor/charge to anticipate needs.
  • Participates in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation.
  • Competent in clinical areas as appropriate.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
• Service Area Support:
  • Suggests modifications to care for the patient care team.
  • Acquires resources not readily available.
  • Serves as a resource for ventilator management.
  • Regularly attends department meetings (75%).
  • Regularly attends in-services and educational offerings.
• Professional Activity:
  • Partners in product evaluation and selection.
  • Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice.
  • Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State, or National Respiratory conference every two years.
  • 10 CEUs required annually.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care.
• Minimum Experience: New Graduate to 2 years of experience.
• Judgement: Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
  • Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
  • BLS required.
  • ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire.
  • NRP required for Special Care Nursery/NICU.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting:
  • 0–10 lbs: 67–100% of the workday (constantly).
  • 11–25 lbs: 34–66% of the workday (frequently).
  • 20–50 lbs: 0–33% of the workday (occasionally).
  • Lifting maximum: 50 lbs.
• Carrying: Objects up to 25 lbs.
• Postures:
  • Occasional to frequent standing & walking.
  • Occasional sitting.
• Vision: Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing).
• Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

• Blood-borne pathogen exposure.
• Bio-hazardous waste.
• Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors.
• Communicable diseases.
• Electrical shock.
• Floor surfaces.
• Hot/cold temperatures.
• Indoor/outdoor conditions.
• Latex.
• Lighting.
• Patient care/handling injuries.
• Radiation.
• Shift work.
• Travel may be required.
• Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.