Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT

Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT - final candidate will be hired into correct title and pay per qualifications

Full-time Day position with rotation - three 12 hour shifts

AFSCME union position

Posted: July 23, 2024

Offering a sign on bonus up to $20,000! The amount offered varies based on experience and commitment length!

Responsibilities:

• Performs arterial puncture using both the radial and brachial arteries (may use femoral artery with a doctor's order).Performs capillary punctures on newborn infants and small children using either heel or finger sticks.
• Administers bedside pulmonary function tests.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and patient records.
• Administers medical gases utilizing the following equipment: cannula, tent, croupette, mask, aerosol mask, HFNC and trach collar.
• Efficiently employs available equipment and supplies giving due care to their use and maintenance.
• Administers IPPV, IPPB, aerosol, nebulizer, and incentive spirometry treatments. All of the above contain drugs except incentive spirometry.
• Responsible for operating, maintenance, calibration, and performance of blood gas analyzers.
• Consults with and advises Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) regarding proper use of equipment, management of difficult patients, etc.
• Takes an active role in inservice education of the staff and well as orientation of new Department employees. Serves as a preceptor for the CRT staff during competency reviews. Assesses competency by observing the staff members' knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for the safe and effective delivery of respiratory care.
• Does work rotating shifts as need arises. Assists with planning, coordination, and supervision of the activities of the technical staff during the shift.
• Assists in the evaluation of equipment the Department is considering to purchase.
• Assists in the quality assurance program within the Department.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspect of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease.
• Keeps up to date with current trends and developments.Maintains working knowledge of Department procedure manuals.Participates in inservice programs to improve respiratory practice.Employee complies with established occupational exposure policies.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical pulmonary ventilation equipment in the ED, Nursery and ICU settings.
• Maintains an adequate level of laboratory supplies for the Blood Gas laboratory.
• Available for staff adjustments to help assure sufficient number of qualified staff are available to meet patient needs and respond to unusual occurrences and/or increased patient acuity.
• Administers aerosols for the purpose of sputum induction

Education and Formal Training Required:

• In accordance with Act 60, State Board of Medicine, and State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, must provide the Hospital with a copy of his/her current temporary practice permit or current certificate to practice in the Commonwealth as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• In addition, must be a graduate of an AMA accredited school for respiratory therapy and successfully completed the NBRC Certification Exam.

Experience Required:

• None.

Specific Abilities:

1.Works under the general supervision of the Advanced Respiratory Therapist/Clinical Coordinator and Administrative Director of Respiratory Care.

2.Performs regular functions without direct supervision.

3.Consults the Advanced Respiratory Therapist/Clinical Coordinator, Administrative Director, and Medical Director as required.

Licenses, Certifications and Clearances for CRT:

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances for RRT:

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

• Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

• Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran