Respiratory Therapist
Company: MyMichigan Health
Location: Alma
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
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GENERAL SUMMARY
This position, independently or in consultation with a physician,
administers medications, performs various types of therapeutic
modalities and diagnostic testing for and of the cardio-pulmonary
system, responds to arrest and emergency situations and provides
CPR and life support systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(25%)* Performs Respiratory care to evaluate and treat protocol
evaluations.
(25%)* Delivers medications via aerosol and metered dose
inhalers.
(25%)* Responds to all Rapid Responses, arrest or STAT situations
immediately, maintaining artificial airways, and respiration and
cardiac compressions.
(25%)* Sets up and maintains all oxygen according to protocol.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages the physiological and mechanical aspects of a patient that
requires life support.
Weans patients off the ventilator.
Performs chest physiotherapy and airway clearance.
Assesses patient to recommend appropriate therapy.
Performs special procedures for diagnostic and therapeutic reasons,
i.e., PFT, bronchoscopes, drawing/analyzing arterial blood gas
samples, EKGs, Holter monitoring and oximetry.
Provides supplemental oxygen throughout the hospital and maintains
and changes equipment.
Maintains inpatient charts and clarifies physician's orders for the
department.
Performs chart auditing and participates in the quality assurance
program.
Provides continuing education for the department, staff members in
other departments and often functions as instructor for preceptor
for Respiratory Students.
Assists in orientation of new employees.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees
need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee
may be required to participate in further learning opportunities
offered by MidMichigan Health
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS - Basic Life Support
NBRC - National Brd Respiratory Care
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation
RT - Licensed Respiratory Therapist
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Education: Associates Degree
OTHER
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS
Ability to troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment (ventilators, ABG
analyzers, etc.).
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with
individuals and groups and interact with
people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear
and understandable manner.
Must follow MidMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing
as required Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) training must also be completed annually according to the
Exposure Control Plan.
Two (2) years clinical experience working in medical center or
similar setting, preferred.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public
contact, as well as, trauma, grief and
death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex
materials or appropriate substitute if required for your
position.
Can move freely about facility with or without an assisted device
and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in
the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted
device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May
require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or
crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially
infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne
pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work
independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to
stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching,
grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these
movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Keywords: MyMichigan Health, Flint , Respiratory Therapist, Healthcare , Alma, Michigan
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