What are the responsibilities and job description for the RRT THERAPIST- NIGHTS position at MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM?
Job Details
Description
Job Summary:
The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) administers respiratory therapy and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system. Performs diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary system to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) administers respiratory therapy and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system. Performs diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary system to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.
Qualifications
Education:
- Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
- Must possess a current Arkansas Respiratory License -CRTT, RRT, or RRT eligible
- BLS (CPR) certification required.
- ACLS preferred.
Experience: Five (5) years’ hospital experience preferred
Physical
Requirements: Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to:
- Reaching and grasping with arms and hands
- Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy
- Using a keyboard to enter or transform words or data
- Hearing in normal and soft tones
- Ability to read and understand written English words and sentences
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English words and sentences
- Ability to understand spoken English words and sentences
- Ability to communicate with others by telephone and e-mail
- Ability to perform duties and responsibilities promptly and with little direct supervision in planning and organizing workload
- Ability to judge the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems.
- Safety Sensitive Position
- Working with confidential information
- Performing life-threatening procedures
The demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Critical Demands:
- Understanding, supporting and promoting the organizational iCare values inherent in the philosophy of Mena Regional Health System
- Performing job duties in a manner which demonstrates the iCare values of Mena Regional Health System and its commitment to customer service
- Complying with Human Resources policies and procedures
- Responding to the needs of the Medical Staff consistent with hospital policy and objectives
