Respiratory Therapist, Certified

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Fleming County Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital with a reputation for continuous quality improvement, patient-centered care, payment innovation, and professionalism. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and recently received Chest Pain Accreditation through the American College of Cardiology.

Where We Are:

Flemingsburg is a delightful town and great place to live! It is surrounded by beautiful rolling farmland with three lovely old wooden covered bridges. Antique shops, folk artists, and talented crafts persons complete the picture of life at an enjoyable pace. Golf, fishing, camping, swimming, tennis, hiking, hunting, and boating are all available.

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Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off package for full-time employees

• Employee Assistance Program mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

• And much more

Position Summary:

Assists respiratory therapists with preparing for and providing patient care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Respiratory Care Therapist; Valid and Current KY Board of Respiratory Care

• (BLS) Basic Life Support required one month from hire/transfer date

• (ACLS) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support six months from hire/transfer date

• (PALS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support six months from hire/transfer date

Essential Functions

• Delivers routine therapy as delegated by a therapist.

• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.

• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.

• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition.

• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.

• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.

• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.

• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

EEOC Statement:

Fleming County Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.