CERTIFIED RESPIRATORY THERAPY TECHNICIAN - OPTIONAL/PRN, SHIFT VARIES

Company: Trihealth Inc
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: September 17, 2023

Job Description:

Job Overview:This job exists as a position for RCP's who are certified only, a student enrolled in an approved Respiratory Therapy School, or for graduate RCP who is pursuing RRT status or waiting to take the examiniation to obtain RRT status. RCP technicians who do not obtain the RRT credential within department specified time frames will no longer be eligible to remain in this job category. Under the direction of the Medical Director this practitioner will provide respiratory care in patient care settings appropriate to their level of training and competency - see stipulations identified in the performance measures and standards- . Duties may include the administration of all respiratory care therapeutic modalities, management of mechanical ventilation, and the assessment of effectiveness of therapy administered. The practitioner will participate in such diagnostic activities as ABG procurement and analysis and hemodynamic and other noninvasive monitoring.Job Requirements:Ohio Medical Board Verification of Education formBasic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) -CRT or Ohio Medical Board limited permit in respiratory therapyCardiopulmonary physiology -Other sciences related to respiratory care and relevant pharmacology -BLSJob Responsibilities:Performs all necessary documentation, updates work lists, and submits all charges by the end of the shift.Displays proficiency in airway management.in the administration of P roficiently atherapy and management of the oxygen titration protocol.Assistis competently with ventilator management for adolescents and/or adultsDemonstrates proficiency and skill in the provision of treatment and diagnostic modalities -HHN, P&PD, MDI, IPPB, IS, BIPAP, ABGs, PEFR, EKGs, induced sputum - for adolescents and/or adults.Other Job-Related Information:Working Conditions:Climbing - Rarely -Hearing: Conversation - FrequentlyKneeling - RarelyLifting 50+ Lbs. - RarelyLifting Pulling - OccasionallyPushing - OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallySitting - OccasionallyStanding - FrequentlyStooping - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyUse of Hands - FrequentlyColor Vision - FrequentlyVisual Acuity: Far - FrequentlyVisual Acuity: Near - ConsistentlyWalking - FrequentlyTriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS BehaviorsAt 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
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areasExcel: 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)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service -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

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