Respiratory Therapist Pediatrics Per Diem Tucson

Primary City/State

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name

Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift

Day

Job Category

Clinical Care

About the Role

This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings. Core Functions include performing all basic modalities of respiratory care, managing mechanical ventilators, assembling and maintaining DME, performing diagnostic tests, assessing patient responses, documenting therapy, collaborating with staff, and supervising department staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs all basic modalities of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and/or licensed independent practitioners, recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort and to expedite the weaning process.
• Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the applications of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in the delivery of respiratory care as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Performs pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians regarding the plan of care, appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes.
• Documents therapy provided in an accurate and complete manner in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Communicates and collaborates with resource staff in formulating care plans, recommendations for change in therapy and identification/resolution of problems.
• May supervise department staff.
• Independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing to patients in a variety of health care settings.
• May be assigned to a variety of areas throughout the system where respiratory care is needed.

Requirements

• Associate or technical degree.
• Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• RRT required for all new hires to the position after October 1, 2015. Incumbents in the position as of October 1, 2015 must possess their RRT by October 1, 2017.
• A current license in state practiced as required by state law. In the state of Nevada, all incumbents must have their Blood Gas Technologist certification.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
• In Home Care setting, must posses valid drivers license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
• Knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through one year of clinical experience.
• Highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.

Qualifications

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through one year of clinical experience. Highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.

Benefits

Competitive wages, Paid orientation, Flexible Schedules (select positions), Fewer Shifts Cancelled, Weekly pay, 403(b) Pre-tax retirement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee wellness program, Discount Entertainment tickets, Restaurant/Shopping discounts, Auto Purchase Plan.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00-4:30 (Must be flexible for late clinics)

Location

535 N Wilmot Ste 101 Tucson, AZ