Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Responsibilities

• Supports and manages patients requiring respiratory therapy.
• Manages patients on life support equipment. Initiates, modifies, and adjusts mechanical respirators to meet patient needs.
• Functions in at least one specialty area: Pulmonary Function, Rehab, Discharge Planning, Clinical Instructor, Industrial Screening, Supervision, and/or Bronchoscopy Assist.
• Attends and participates in unit meetings.
• Functions as a member of the Medical Emergency Alert, Rapid Response Teams, Stroke Alerts, Red C-Sections, and Trauma Alerts.
• Performs collection and analysis of arterial blood gas collections.
• Maintains and troubleshoots all clinical equipment. Performs routine instrument checks, quality controls, and other preventative maintenance procedures as required.
• Thoroughly and appropriately documents patient therapy, testing, and charges in the EMR.
• Participates on hospital committees as assigned.
• Maintains cleanliness of the department and organizes and stocks supplies as needed.
• Strictly adheres to infection control policies.
• Participates in at least one Quality Management project per year.
• Maintains patient assessment skills.
• Acts as a resource for physician and nursing staff.
• Able to work extra during staff shortages or until workload is complete. May include working shifts other than currently scheduled.
• Demonstrates ability to perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software application appropriate to the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved program for Respiratory Therapists. Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Therapist (CRT credentials).
• RRT credentials obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Licensed by the State of Wisconsin to practice Respiratory Therapy.
• Completion of a minimum of 14 continuing education credits annually.
• Ability to interpret test results and make appropriate therapy recommendations.
• Must be able to establish priorities and respond in emergency situations.
• Good listening and communication skills.
• Employee possesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric.
• CPR certification
• NRP Certified, New hires must obtain NRP certification within 1 year (12 months) of hire date
• Must adhere to established hospital and Pulmonary Care department policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maturity and ethics consistent with the practice of respiratory therapy.
• Maintains ethical conduct and confidentiality regarding personal and medical information on patients.

Behavior and Attitude

• The mission of Beloit Health System requires the employee to perform in a manner that ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services at an economic value and at the highest level of patient satisfaction.
• Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance.