Description

　　JOB DESCRIPTION:

　　Provides respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations.

　　Accurately and completely documents respiratory care by following the established charting procedure.

　　Selects, assembles, and checks respiratory care equipment for proper operation and cleanliness.

　　Performs related responsibilities as required. Equipment and Supplies: Selects, assembles, and checks respiratory care equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness; performs minor repairs to correct malfunctions.

　　Professional Development: Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.

　　Attends educational in-services as appropriate.

　　Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.

　　Reporting/Data Management: Accurately and completely documents respiratory care by following the established charting procedure to show the patient's progress or any changes in the patient's condition. Safety, Security and Health.

　　Practices universal and/or specialized precautions in the daily cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.

　　Staff Resource: May conduct in-service educational programs related to the provision of respiratory careMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) by the state of Georgia.

　　Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

　　ACLS and/or NRP may be required in designated departments.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

　　Additional Details

　　Salary: $40.25

　　This position pays a flat rate of $40.25. This posiiton is eligible for shift differentials.

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　　Division St. Joseph's Hospital

　　Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30342

　　Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

　　Department SJH Respiratory Therapy

　　Job Type PRN / Registry

　　Job Number 123230

　　Job Category Therapy

　　Schedule 7p-7:30a

　　Standard Hours 7 Hours

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