Respiratory Therapist-Weekend

Job Overview

Provides respiratory care in all patient care settings during the weekend, also includes duties of those of an RRT, with specialized knowledge and skills in the areas of Critical Care, Airway management, Advanced Life Support and Mechanical Ventilation of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates skill and proficiency in the management of the Respiratory Evaluation Protocol Program
• Demonstrates proficiency as specialist in ventilator management and critical care for adults and neonates
• Demonstrates proficiency and competency in the management of adult and neonatal airways
• Demonstrates proficiencies as specialist in recommending, initiating and performing specialized clinical procedures to help diagnose, treat and/or improve patient situations
• Shows respect to all customers. Is available & demonstrates accountability to customers. Protects customer confidentiality & privacy. Is committed to customer service as revealed in department service excellence scores. Anticipates customer needs and responds to them in a timely manner

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) and ACLS if providing adult intubations
• NRP if providing neonatal intubations
• NBRC registry
• RCP licensure in Ohio
• 3-4 years experience in a related field

Incentives & Benefits

• Sign on bonus $30,000 with a two-year work commitment (For external candidates)
• We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.
• PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefits

Job Responsibilities

• Performs all necessary documentation, updates work lists, and submits all charges by the end of the shift

Other Job-Related Information

• In order to remain in this position, this individual must do at least one intubation per quarter and a total of six per year.
• This individual must also maintain a 90% success rate over a year period or repeat an OR

Working Conditions

• Climbing - Rarely
• Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely
• Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Frequently
• Stooping - Occasionally
• Talking - Frequently
• Using Hands - Frequently
• Color Vision - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

• At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members.
• To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following Serve: ALWAYS…
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello" Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Excel: ALWAYS… Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Respect: ALWAYS… Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences. Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role. Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests. Value: ALWAYS… Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating. Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe. Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
• Engage: ALWAYS… Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions. Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community