Respiratory Therapist RT PRN

Job DetailsLevelEntryJob LocationThe Good Shepherd - Ashland, OHPosition TypePart TimeEducation LevelNot Specified Salary Range$38.50 - $40.00 HourlyTravel PercentageNoneJob ShiftAnyJob CategoryResearchRespiratory TherapistGENERAL SUMMARY:Responsible for the management of Respiratory Services in compliance with related local, state and federal regulations. Sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensures competent delivery of all respiratory care procedures.Maintain accurate and complete documentation of respiratory care services and department operationsVerify respiratory care physician's orders and document appropriately in the plan of care. Make recommendations for changes or modifications to patient regarding respiratory therapy care.Perform clinical assessments and maintain a working knowledge of respiratory care instruments, equipment and care procedures (i.e. airway management, CPR, mechanical ventilation, blood gas collection). Perform troubleshooting with appropriate problem resolution.Maintains effective communication with staff and physician while maintaining patient confidentialityFollows health, safety, security, hazardous materials and infection control policies and proceduresEducate staff on respiratory therapy policies and proceduresAttend educational seminars regarding respiratory therapy to best understand new practices and continue to be an expert in these areas and maintain RRT certification.Make recommendations for process improvement.Performs other duties as assigned.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPSSUPERVISES: N/AEDUCATION: Position requires a certification and licensure from an accredited school of respiratory care as required for registry by National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT).SKILLS & ABILITIES:Able to effectively communicate and listen to families, residents, and staff.Must be knowledgeable of respiratory and general medical practice and procedures as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care operations.Be compassionate, friendly, kind, and understanding of the needs of the elderly.Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with resident's personnel, families, and support agencies.Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a wide range of people.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Flexibility in managing schedule including weekends and evening hours.Valid Ohio driver's license, access to reliable insured transportation and ability to meet LSS insurance standards requiredPhysical RequirementsRarely(0-12%)Occasionally(12-33%)Frequently(34-66%)Regularly(67-100%)Seeing: read reports and use computerXSpeaking & Hearing: communication with clients and co-workersXStanding/WalkingXClimbing/Stooping/KneelingXLifting/Pushing/Pulling up to 25 lbsXLifting/Pushing/Pulling 25-50 lbsXLifting/Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbsXLifting/Pushing/Pulling over 100lbsXFingering/Grasping/Feeling: write, type, use phones, etc.XSitting for extended periods of timeXLSSCO is an EOE. M/D/V/F