Job Information
Catholic Health Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Care Services SCH in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 30.14-45.20 USD
Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 0.920000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 6:00am to 6:00pm
Summary:
Provides treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory related concerns or insufficiencies in accordance with established policies, practices and standards. Performs patient assessment and delivers care per patient need and/or physician order including routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures. Administers various types of medical gas delivery devices and responsible for medical gas cylinders. Provides respiratory support via non-invasive, positive pressure devices, and mechanical ventilation and administers prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosol drugs. The Respiratory Therapist/Technician monitors, Also responds to emergency team calls and codes. Responsible for setting up, operating, and cleaning of respiratory therapy equipment. Educates patients and family members and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred
Must possess valid New York State Respiratory Therapist license to practice Respiratory Therapy
Should possess Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
May work with a limited Respiratory Therapist permit under the direct supervision of a supervising licensed physician or Respiratory Therapist, as outlined in Title VIII Education Law Article 164 section 8506
BLS/CPR certification required within three months of hire
EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of previous clinical experience preferred, however new graduates with a limited Respiratory Therapist permit will be considered
Orientation and training to the essential functions of the position is expected to be completed during the introduction period
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills
Must possess the ability to assess/interpret patient data and draw appropriate conclusions
WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent exposure to infectious diseases/blood and body fluids
Works with a variety of medical gases
May require variable work schedules to maintain a 24/7 operation, including overnight shifts and weekend/holiday work time. Responsible to carry/respond to a pager when on duty
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