Respiratory Therapist Cert
The posted compensation range of $21.23 - $29.20 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
Provides care to those suffering from acute and chronic respiratory problems; is knowledgeable in treatment,
management, control, and diagnostic evaluation of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the
cardiopulmonary system.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Administering therapy modalities which include, Hand held Nebulizer (HHN), HHN via metered dose inhaler
(HHN/MDI), Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV), Chest Physical Therapy (CPT), Pentamidine therapy
2. Administering medical gas therapy including oxygen and Helium‐Oxygen Therapy (HeO2.
3. Performing ventilation therapies, including maintenance and management of life support systems. These therapies
are comprised of non‐invasive and invasive ventilation therapies, as well as transport of ventilator patients to diagnostic
procedures
4. Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance,
pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring, transcutaneous monitoring,
capnography, and pulse oximetry and sleep apnea assessment
5. Performs specialized procedures which include CPR, bronchial lavage, transport, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation,
artificial and tracheostomy airway care, and body mechanics/ambulation
6. Document all patient care Accurately and completely in the required departmental documentation system
7. Serve as resource or preceptor for new employees, and respiratory care students
8. May serve as charge therapist in running the shift in absence of the supervisor
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
*Must complete a respiratory care degree program
*Certified Respiratory Therapist with the National Board for Respiratory Care (CRT)
* Respiratory care practitioner by the State of Texas (RCP)
*Based on location assignment may also require BLS/ACLS/ andor PALS
Required Licensure and Certifications:
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: *None required
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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