Texas Health Huguley FWS
Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Function Tech
Texas Health Huguley FWS, Hinsdale, Illinois, United States, 60521
Overview
Job Description - Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Function Tech (25037631) Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Function Tech (Job Number: 25037631) All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Mental Health Resources and Support Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that
together
we are even better. Schedule:
Full-Time 36 hours/week, Days 7a-7p, Rotating weekends and holidays Location:
120 North Oak Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521 The role you’ll contribute
The Respiratory Therapist I (entry level practitioner) performs all necessary routine respiratory care procedures associated with acute or critically ill neonatal, pediatric, or adult patient populations and is able to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. He/she initiates and maintains appropriate therapy, including life support technique and equipment. Provides, preventable, supportive, and corrective interventions related to the cardio-pulmonary system in assigned patient care areas in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and all applicable regulations and standards. Applies the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate interactions with staff, patients, and families of all ages. Minimum competency in all applicable clinical skills must be demonstrated and maintained. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. Adheres to AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. The value you’ll bring to the team Perform all pulmonary function duties, including management of all outpatient procedures, ABG's, and 6-minute walks, including management of inpatient bedside simple spirometry and overnight download support. COPD education including bedside assessment of comprehensive protocol patients, review of EPIC for COPD/PN/Asthma patients, providing COPD/smoking cessation education, and scheduling patients to the Pulmonary disease clinic post discharge. RT staffing - will participate in every 3rd weekend rotation expectation (performing staff duties) and fill-in RT when the PFT volume is low. Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators to include basic conventional modes of ventilation per policy and procedure. Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and confers with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol. Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, and airway suctioning. Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol. Obtains, analyzes and reports findings of arterial blood gases and co-oximetry; performs quality controls as needed. Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed. Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team. Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies. Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely. Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
High School Grad or Equiv Required Technical/Vocational School Required One or more years of Work Experience Preferred Hospital experience preferred Pulmonary function experience preferred ABG Puncture and Analysis Medicated Aerosol Therapies and applications, Bronchial Hygiene Therapies, Lung Expansion Therapies Basic Spirometry Oscillatory Chest Physiotherapy Applications CPR and basic Airway Management and Suctioning Non-Invasive Bilevel Application & Management Respiratory Monitoring Pulse oximetry Applications Application Non-Invasive Oxygen Therapies & devices Non-Invasive End Tidal CO2 Capnography Application & Monitoring Adult Basic Conventional Ventilator Management & Applications Routine Oxygen Delivery, Devices, and Oximetry Utilize and adapt to State of the Art Technology, Computer Systems and Applications Effective Oral and Written Communication Basic pediatric and/or neonatal respiratory care skills Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required PFT certification preferred Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Required
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Job Description - Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Function Tech (25037631) Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Function Tech (Job Number: 25037631) All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Mental Health Resources and Support Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that
together
we are even better. Schedule:
Full-Time 36 hours/week, Days 7a-7p, Rotating weekends and holidays Location:
120 North Oak Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521 The role you’ll contribute
The Respiratory Therapist I (entry level practitioner) performs all necessary routine respiratory care procedures associated with acute or critically ill neonatal, pediatric, or adult patient populations and is able to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. He/she initiates and maintains appropriate therapy, including life support technique and equipment. Provides, preventable, supportive, and corrective interventions related to the cardio-pulmonary system in assigned patient care areas in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and all applicable regulations and standards. Applies the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate interactions with staff, patients, and families of all ages. Minimum competency in all applicable clinical skills must be demonstrated and maintained. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. Adheres to AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. The value you’ll bring to the team Perform all pulmonary function duties, including management of all outpatient procedures, ABG's, and 6-minute walks, including management of inpatient bedside simple spirometry and overnight download support. COPD education including bedside assessment of comprehensive protocol patients, review of EPIC for COPD/PN/Asthma patients, providing COPD/smoking cessation education, and scheduling patients to the Pulmonary disease clinic post discharge. RT staffing - will participate in every 3rd weekend rotation expectation (performing staff duties) and fill-in RT when the PFT volume is low. Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators to include basic conventional modes of ventilation per policy and procedure. Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and confers with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol. Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, and airway suctioning. Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol. Obtains, analyzes and reports findings of arterial blood gases and co-oximetry; performs quality controls as needed. Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed. Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team. Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies. Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely. Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
High School Grad or Equiv Required Technical/Vocational School Required One or more years of Work Experience Preferred Hospital experience preferred Pulmonary function experience preferred ABG Puncture and Analysis Medicated Aerosol Therapies and applications, Bronchial Hygiene Therapies, Lung Expansion Therapies Basic Spirometry Oscillatory Chest Physiotherapy Applications CPR and basic Airway Management and Suctioning Non-Invasive Bilevel Application & Management Respiratory Monitoring Pulse oximetry Applications Application Non-Invasive Oxygen Therapies & devices Non-Invasive End Tidal CO2 Capnography Application & Monitoring Adult Basic Conventional Ventilator Management & Applications Routine Oxygen Delivery, Devices, and Oximetry Utilize and adapt to State of the Art Technology, Computer Systems and Applications Effective Oral and Written Communication Basic pediatric and/or neonatal respiratory care skills Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required PFT certification preferred Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Required
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