Job Descriptions:

The Respiratory Therapist provides for assessment, evaluation, planning and documentation of care provided to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in the following age groups: infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This care will be delivered in accordance with established standards of performance in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Pender Community Hospital.

Hours: Hours vary/as needed, Monday-Friday

Required Experience:

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree

• Two years' experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferred

• The candidate must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care and knowledge of life support equipment.

• The candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care.

• Active Member of AARC preferred

• Emergency Room, Critical Care, Pediatric, and Neonatal experience preferred

Certificates, Licensure, Registrations

• Graduate of a recognized COARC or JRCRTE/AMA Respiratory Care Educational Program

• Current/Active license to practice Respiratory Therapy in the State of Nebraska

• Must have BLS certification upon hire

• ACLS, PALS, & NRP within one year of employment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

• Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies / procedures

• Ability to write reports and correspondence

• Ability to effectively present information to patients, families, employees, health care providers, etc...

• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff and health care providers

• Ability to work with skill in identifying problems

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS:

• Cardiopulmonary equipment

• Computer and printer

• General office materials/equipment/supplies

• Information systems

• Telephone system

Keyword: Respiratory Therapy; Cardiology

From: Pender Community Hospital District