Respiratory Therapist II

Respiratory Therapist II-7477-5066Providence Health

Description

Founded as Providence Hospitals in 1938 by the Sistersof Charity of St. Augustine, Providence's two free standing full-servicehospitals and numerous satellite practices maintain a true devotion to advancedclinical expertise and unmatched compassion.

On February 2, 2016, Providencebecame part of the LifePoint Health network, and shortly thereafter, changedits name to Providence Health to better represent the full complement of itsservices.

Driven by quality , compassion , and Christ ,Providence treats the whole person- body, mind, and spirit.

Providence Health- Downtown islooking for an experienced Respiratory TherapistII to join our Downtown team.

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Essential Functions

Able to auscultate chest sounds and communicate in a verbal and written and written (Meditech) manner.

Able to perform handheld breathing treatments in a safe andprofessional manner.

Able to report to work in a timely manner and dressedappropriately. Must present a professional image while at work.

Must be able to initiate and monitor ventilator dependentpatients in a caring and professional manner.

Able to work with co-workers and strive toward a "teamapproach" toward work and work schedule.

Able to lift and roll heavy equipment (greater than 50 lbs.)in a safe manner to all parts of the hospital.

Must be able and willing to work with all ages of patients ina competent manner.

Must be able to think critically throughout the work shiftand be able to prioritize a large workload into manageable units.

Must be able to draw, analyze and discuss ABGs in aprofessional manner and must be able to thoroughly maintain ABG machines.

Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies andprocedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Work Experience

Education may substitute for experience.

One year of experience preferred.

Minimum Education

Must be a graduate of a National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

Required Licenses / Certifications

The Respiratory Therapist must be certified or registered as a respiratory therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Valid South Carolina license to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).

ACLS, PALS and BLS ( issued from the American Heart Association)

Location

Providence Health Downtown

Shift

Days, Evenings and Weekends available