What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist, RT - Respiratory Therapy - Bonus Available position at LMHS?
Respiratory Care Professional
20,000 Bonus
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission - dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
Performs respiratory therapy procedures, arterial blood gas studies, ECG's and other respiratory therapy and pulmonary laboratory procedures as ordered by the physician. Evaluates the effectiveness of procedures and recommends appropriate treatments and tests as indicated. Will assist with department policies and procedures and training of new personnel. Have the knowledge, skill and ability to provide care for a neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population
Responsibilities
- Safely perform arterial blood gas punctures. (pre analytical)
- Initiate, maintain and wean patients requiring mechanical ventilation
- Accurately and safely perform endotracheal intubations
- Perform RT Consultations
- Administers medications using BMV
- Administers oxygen therapy according to protocol
- Performs HHN according to protocol
- Checks and maintains supply of oxygen tanks
- Performs pulmonary functions
- Assists with bronchoscopies
- Initiates, maintains and weans patients from Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation therapy
- Performs and documents smoking cessation
- Evaluates and monitors patients in Pulmonary rehab
- Possesses knowledge of respiratory medications, the use, dosage and side effects.
Requirements
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.
Salary : $20,000
