What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Care Professional position at SSM Health?
Job Summary:
">- We are seeking a highly motivated Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic team at SSM Health. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and collaborating with our interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.
- You will be responsible for assessing patients, developing and implementing personalized treatment plans, and monitoring patient progress. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to build strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
- Your dedication to staying current with the latest advancements in respiratory therapy will ensure that you provide the highest level of care to our patients. Additionally, you will have opportunities to participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
">Evaluation and Treatment Planning: Assess patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and monitor patient progress
Clinical Expertise: Provide high-quality patient care, utilizing evidence-based practices and staying current with the latest advancements in respiratory therapy
Communication and Teamwork: Build strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the interdisciplinary team
Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of policies and procedures
Physical Requirements:
">Constant Use: Speech, standing, walking, vision, depth perception
Frequent Use: Lifting/carrying objects weighing 0-25 lbs., sitting, reaching, keyboard use/data entry
Occasional Use: Lifting/moving patients, lifting/carrying objects weighing 25-50 lbs., bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping, repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements, driving
