What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Cleveland Clinic Health System?
At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Respiratory Therapist Location Weston Facility CC Florida Hospital Weston Department Respiratory Therapy-Integrated Hospital Care Institute Job Code 000645 Shift Days Schedule 6:30am-7:30pm Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will support a diverse patient population, with many managing chronic respiratory disorders, cancers and various concerning symptoms. You will assess and manage pulmonary conditions, respond to Code Blues, draw and analyze arterial blood gases, assist with Bronchoscopy duties and more. In this role, combining your skills with a compassionate and understanding mindset can make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. A caregiver in this position works days from 6:30AM — 7:30PM. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Provide care to adults/elderly considering assessment and interview techniques identifying psychosocial, physical, and educational needs. Maintain continuous ventilation of patients on mechanical ventilators (invasive and noninvasive). Monitor patient's ventilatory status with spirometers, pressure gauges and chest auscultation, draw and analyze arterial blood gases and measure respiratory exchange. Wean patients from continuous ventilation utilizing established procedures. Perform cardiopulmonary assessment to evaluate patient's respiratory status. Analyze, record, and report results such as arterial blood gases, oxygenation studies, pulmonary function tests, hemodynamic monitoring parameters, etc. Recommend modification to therapy or implementation of treatments. Maintain airway care by performing and instructing proper tracheal instillations, tracheal aspiration, and nasotracheal aspiration. Perform invasive procedures such as arterial puncture, tracheostomy tube changes as ordered by the physician. Assist the physician in bedside and/or scheduled Bronchoscopy procedures. Perform bedside Spirometry procedures and/or more complete Pulmonary Function studies with appropriate training (clinic staff). Perform basic respiratory therapies such as medicated aerosols, oxygen therapy, nitric oxide administration, humidity/aerosol, bronchopulmonary hygiene, hyperinflation techniques, pulse oximetry while verifying physician order and utilizing appropriate treatment guidelines. Observe and respond to adverse patient reactions to therapy or otherwise and initiates/assists in Rapid Response and Code Blue (CPR) situations. Act as a resource for the pulmonologist for patient education and troubleshooting of therapeutic issues and training Residents (RRT credentialed therapists unless approved otherwise by the Departmental Director). Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate from an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program State of Florida Department of Health License Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Hospital RT staff) Certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) Up to date CEU requirements One year of clinical experience OR newly licensed personnel for entry level positions Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Membership of the Florida Society of Respiratory Care Membership to the American Association for Respiratory Care Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ Physical Requirements: Requires good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Requires normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range. May require sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time. This position requires proficiency in treatment of respiratory disorders for inpatient and outpatients with various media, i.e. oxygen, therapeutic gases, inhaled medications and positive pressure devices. Interpretive skills frequent interactive and consultative associations are inherent in this position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. Physical Duties: Moderate to heavy lifting and positioning of patients. Moderate pushing and pulling of equipment. Working Conditions: 100% air-conditioned. Moderate risk of exposure to blood or air-borne pathogens. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.
