Excela Health
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - WESTMORELAND MANOR - CASUAL
Excela Health, Greensburg, Pennsylvania, us, 15605
Description
Job Summary/Overall Objectives
Certified Respiratory Therapists (SCR) are skilled professionals who provide therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients on physician order. The incumbent must be academically prepared and skill level competent to assess patient respiratory status, recommend appropriate therapy and communicate effectively with nurses, and physicians independently throughout the scheduled shift.
Essential Job Functions
Performance of Technical Practice
Provides highly technical Respiratory Care procedures in any environment following unit specific orientation
Initiates and maintains ventilator management for patient on life support except at Westmoreland Manor.
Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
Provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation for all age groups served.
Maintains and monitors the function of all Respiratory Care equipment in use.
Acts as a resource to other health care providers, regarding clinical issues.
Patient Care
Assesses patients for require respiratory care services. Reassesses daily or as often as necessary.
Administers inhaled medications, monitors patient reaction to medication, reports response and/or adverse reaction to nurse and physician.
Provides patient and family or care giver with education related to disease process or dysfunction, therapy ordered, medication, dosage, methods and equipment use and functions.
Participates in interdisciplinary care-planning process as required by various nursing or patient care units, and in discharge planning process as needed.
Clinical decision-Making:
Assimilates large quantities of data while caring for critically ill patients.
Modifies and directs respiratory care procedures and diagnostics, based on acquired data and patient clinical findings.
Assists with the coordination of patient care relating to cardiopulmonary dysfunction, in co-operation with the physician, nurse, and other health care providers.
Policy and Procedure
Understands department policy and procedure to assure compliance with same.
Avoids deviation from policy and/or procedure preventing the potential for adverse effect either on an employee, patient or visitor.
Reviews departmental policy and procedure on an annual basis and make recommendations for appropriate changes.
Communication
Provides clear, concise, organized written and oral communication to management and staff.
Interacts effectively with physicians, patients, management and co-workers.
Documents in a neat, timely and legible fashion as appropriate
Documents in EMR per department guidelines.
Serves as a liaison and positive role model to other departments.
Communicates directly with physician regarding patient respiratory status, recommendations for therapy, and diagnostic testing.
Takes and transcribes verbal and telephone orders from physicians.
Maintain supply and inventory in assigned areas.
Notifies appropriate personnel of stock depletion as it occurs.
Keeps department and other areas of responsibility clean and orderly.
Information Processing
Transcribes and carries out orders correctly.
Utilizes all applicable information systems appropriately.
Charges equipment, supplies and services accurately.
Quality Assessment and Improvement
Demonstrates ongoing awareness and participation in quality improvement program.
Responds with improved performance to results obtained from QA monitors.
Identifies problems and reports to manager when appropriate.
Locates and uses reference manuals
Maintains a working knowledge of department and system policy and procedure.
Locates and uses department and system protocols, procedures, and policy manuals such as infection control, MSDS, OSHA, and on line policy manuals.
Performs specialized procedures, tasks, and functions. These may vary between entities and not all RCPs will perform these functions. Specialized orientation/training will be provided to RCPs performing the following tasks.
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopy procedures.
Completes blood gas and electrolyte analysis.
Performs all required diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
Completes pulmonary stress and metabolic testing.
Functions as a member of the Rapid Response team.
Participates as an integral member of emergency resuscitation teams serving all age groups.
Performs EKG's
Performs Intravenous Catheter Insertion and Phlebotomy on Patients
Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]
Required Qualifications/Experience
Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required with minimum of three (3) to six (6) months of clinical rotations.
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Critical Care Experience.
ACLS
Experience in Pulmonary Function testing, bronchoscopies, blood gas analysis, and neonatal mechanical ventilation.
Neonatal resuscitation course.
PALS
Experience in Healthcare setting.
License, Certification & Clearances
Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
10#
50#
Carry
x
10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
20#
30#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
20#
30#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
20#
30#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
20#
30#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Travel Required
No .
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Summary/Overall Objectives
Certified Respiratory Therapists (SCR) are skilled professionals who provide therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients on physician order. The incumbent must be academically prepared and skill level competent to assess patient respiratory status, recommend appropriate therapy and communicate effectively with nurses, and physicians independently throughout the scheduled shift.
Essential Job Functions
Performance of Technical Practice
Provides highly technical Respiratory Care procedures in any environment following unit specific orientation
Initiates and maintains ventilator management for patient on life support except at Westmoreland Manor.
Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
Provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation for all age groups served.
Maintains and monitors the function of all Respiratory Care equipment in use.
Acts as a resource to other health care providers, regarding clinical issues.
Patient Care
Assesses patients for require respiratory care services. Reassesses daily or as often as necessary.
Administers inhaled medications, monitors patient reaction to medication, reports response and/or adverse reaction to nurse and physician.
Provides patient and family or care giver with education related to disease process or dysfunction, therapy ordered, medication, dosage, methods and equipment use and functions.
Participates in interdisciplinary care-planning process as required by various nursing or patient care units, and in discharge planning process as needed.
Clinical decision-Making:
Assimilates large quantities of data while caring for critically ill patients.
Modifies and directs respiratory care procedures and diagnostics, based on acquired data and patient clinical findings.
Assists with the coordination of patient care relating to cardiopulmonary dysfunction, in co-operation with the physician, nurse, and other health care providers.
Policy and Procedure
Understands department policy and procedure to assure compliance with same.
Avoids deviation from policy and/or procedure preventing the potential for adverse effect either on an employee, patient or visitor.
Reviews departmental policy and procedure on an annual basis and make recommendations for appropriate changes.
Communication
Provides clear, concise, organized written and oral communication to management and staff.
Interacts effectively with physicians, patients, management and co-workers.
Documents in a neat, timely and legible fashion as appropriate
Documents in EMR per department guidelines.
Serves as a liaison and positive role model to other departments.
Communicates directly with physician regarding patient respiratory status, recommendations for therapy, and diagnostic testing.
Takes and transcribes verbal and telephone orders from physicians.
Maintain supply and inventory in assigned areas.
Notifies appropriate personnel of stock depletion as it occurs.
Keeps department and other areas of responsibility clean and orderly.
Information Processing
Transcribes and carries out orders correctly.
Utilizes all applicable information systems appropriately.
Charges equipment, supplies and services accurately.
Quality Assessment and Improvement
Demonstrates ongoing awareness and participation in quality improvement program.
Responds with improved performance to results obtained from QA monitors.
Identifies problems and reports to manager when appropriate.
Locates and uses reference manuals
Maintains a working knowledge of department and system policy and procedure.
Locates and uses department and system protocols, procedures, and policy manuals such as infection control, MSDS, OSHA, and on line policy manuals.
Performs specialized procedures, tasks, and functions. These may vary between entities and not all RCPs will perform these functions. Specialized orientation/training will be provided to RCPs performing the following tasks.
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopy procedures.
Completes blood gas and electrolyte analysis.
Performs all required diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
Completes pulmonary stress and metabolic testing.
Functions as a member of the Rapid Response team.
Participates as an integral member of emergency resuscitation teams serving all age groups.
Performs EKG's
Performs Intravenous Catheter Insertion and Phlebotomy on Patients
Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]
Required Qualifications/Experience
Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required with minimum of three (3) to six (6) months of clinical rotations.
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Critical Care Experience.
ACLS
Experience in Pulmonary Function testing, bronchoscopies, blood gas analysis, and neonatal mechanical ventilation.
Neonatal resuscitation course.
PALS
Experience in Healthcare setting.
License, Certification & Clearances
Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
10#
50#
Carry
x
10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
20#
30#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
20#
30#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
20#
30#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
20#
30#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Travel Required
No .
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.