Respiratory Therapist (RT), SH, FT, Nights (New Night Shift Differential!)

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Provides competent and compassionate patient and family centered care based on respiratory processes and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Administers and assesses responses to respiratory therapeutic interventions with high proficiency and minimal to no supervision. (e.g., aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, bronchodilator therapy, bronchopulmonary hygiene).
• Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommends adjustments and modifications.
• Establishes and manages mechanical ventilation.
• Measures ventilator volumes, pressures, and blood gas analysis.
• Routinely develops or refines the ventilator care plan and communicates with the patient care team based on evidence and best practice.
• Communicates other pertinent information to/from healthcare team members consistent with MWHC standards.
• Maintains and ensures operation of equipment by setting up, cleaning, sterilizing, completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
• Provides education and training to patients and family members.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
• Functions as a Charge Therapist when needed.
• Attends focus group meetings and learns about quality initiatives and performance improvement projects.
• Functions as a Charge Therapist when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in good standing within the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
• Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care preferred, Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with 10+ years of experience or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• AHA ACLS required within 90 days of hire at MWH.
• NRP required within 90 days of hire for SH; required for NICU only at MWH within 90 days of hire.
• Specialty credentials through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), preferred.
• Member of the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC), preferred.

Required Physical Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands;
• Frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting;
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.;
• Ability to push and pull 20 lbs.;
• Auditory and visual skills to include color determination;
• Ability to work in confined spaces;
• Ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements

• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Capacity to cope with difficult situations.
• Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

• Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.