JOB DESCRIPTION
The role is responsible for independently or under the supervision of senior therapists all respiratory therapy interventions, taking into consideration the patient's best interest.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs respiratory care procedures as per established policy and procedures, i.e. if required under the direction of senior staff and physicians
- Assumes responsibility for operating autonomously, utilizing critical thinking and problem- solving skills
- Oversees and highlights the shortage of materials to Senior staff or supervisor at the earliest convenience, ordering replenishments when necessary
- Participates in the development and modification of respiratory care management, plans and therapeutic goals for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases in consultation with physicians.
- Assists the physician and Code Team in cardiac / respiratory arrest situations.
- Provides advanced emergency airway care according to the approved protocol
- Perform and/or Assists with pulmonary and sleep diagnostic procedures as required
- Oversees and highlights the shortage of materials to Senior staff or supervisor at the earliest convenience, ordering replenishments when necessary
- Provides troubleshooting of Respiratory Care equipment and highlight any maintenance requirements or breakdowns to senior staff.
- Assisting in the education, development, orientation of new employees, and preceptorship of students as assigned
- Participating in education sessions for department staff, and other healthcare providers in secure handling of equipment, i.e. teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations
Accountabilities
- Assists and takes responsibility for the Respiratory Therapy support of patients and monitors patient response regularly
- Ensures patient receives the highest standard of care.
- Practicing within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures
- Ensures patient care activity data are documented in accordance with established guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience :-
Required:
- NLT 1 years as a respiratory therapist
Desired:
Educational Qualification: Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in respiratory therapy or Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy (minimum two (2) years course duration)
- Current National License as Respiratory Therapist
Desired:
