Registered Respiratory Therapist
Company: Green Oak Agency
Location: Holbrook
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered
Respiratory Therapist for the 5 boroughs and Long Island. We are
looking for an individual who wants to be part of our growing Home
Oxygen Equipment and Service team. This is a great opportunity to
support our local Veterans Paid training and company vehicle are
provided. RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform, interpret, and evaluate
diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol. Obtain
arterial gases. Oversee and troubleshoot the operation of equipment
for optimal patient care. Initiate Respiratory Protocol according
to department criteria. Initiate interventions based on the
interpretation of assessments. Administer medications in a timely
and safe manner. Evaluate effect and re-evaluate appropriately and
according to protocol. Ensure that progress of patient is
communicated to staff, physicians and other departments. Maintain
awareness of assigned patients overall condition. Communicate and
share patient information with the physicians and nurses. Make
appropriate recommendations for patient care. Recognize the
educational needs of patients and families in relation to health
promotion and wellness. Teach patients and families self-care
techniques and modalities. Complete documentation according to
departmental standards. Accurately document productivity
information. Monitor supplies and equipment and notify appropriate
person when supplies are low, out on loan or broken. Utilize time
effectively to achieve productivity standard, including utilizing
low census time when patient load does not support full
productivity. Participate in quality and patient safety
initiatives. Identify potential areas for improvement including
processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient
satisfaction. Identify potential safety hazards that may create
problems for patients and/or staff, and take appropriate actions.
Participate in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or
feedback. REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of AMA approved program for
Respiratory Therapy is required. One (1) years of hospital
experience including critical care as Therapist is required.
Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the states of Montana
and Colorado. Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
(BLS-HCP) course completion card is required. ACLS/NRP/PALS as
appropriate for unit or service. Registered Respiratory Therapist
is required. Certification as appropriate for the unit or service
is preferred.
Keywords: Green Oak Agency, Stamford , Registered Respiratory Therapist, Healthcare , Holbrook, Connecticut
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