Health & Hospital of Marion County
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Health & Hospital of Marion County, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Division:
Eskenazi Health
Sub-Division:
Hospital
Req ID:
24058
Schedule : Part Time
Shift : Weekends
Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Job Role Summary The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory care to inpatients with respect to acuity, age, and required treatment. This position is responsible for all professional requirements including licensure, attendance of meetings, annual education, and quarterly competencies. The Respiratory Care Practitioner proactively contributes to Eskenazi Health's mission: Advocate, Care, Teach, and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Administers all respiratory care as ordered by a physician
Delivers respiratory care via assessment, critical thinking, and monitoring while exercising multi-disciplinary communication
Provides accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all patient care administered
Complies with all organizational policies including state licensure, practice guidelines, required credentialing, and passing all required competencies
Complies with the AARC Statement of Ethics and Professional Conduct
Provides age appropriate respiratory care in all assigned areas
Participate in continuing education and in-services to remain current in respiratory care
Attends 75% of all departmental meetings
Serves as a resource to coworkers and all disciplines within the organization
Cleans and assemble respiratory care equipment utilized at Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital
Provides indicated education regarding respiratory care to patients and families
Submits accurate and complete equipment charges via the electronic medical record in coordination with accurate documentation
Job Requirements
Graduate from an AMA approved program for Respiratory Care with a minimum of an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Indiana
Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC; new graduates will be required to obtain the RRT credential within twelve (12) months from the date of graduation
Current certification in BLS, ACLS, and organizational required annual education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to organize and prioritize duties
Ability to interpret and record data accurately
Ability to rapidly assess and respond to all situations
Ability to function effectively in stressful settings
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
Knowledge of respiratory care equipment and supplies
Accredited by The Joint Commission and named one of the nation’s 150 best places to work by Becker’s Hospital Review for four consecutive years and Forbes list of best places to work for women, and Forbes list of America’s best midsize employers’ Eskenazi Health’s programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city’s primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the only verified adult burn center in Indiana, the first community mental health center in Indiana and the Eskenazi Health Center Primary Care – Center of Excellence in Women’s Health, just to name a few.
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Eskenazi Health
Sub-Division:
Hospital
Req ID:
24058
Schedule : Part Time
Shift : Weekends
Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Job Role Summary The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory care to inpatients with respect to acuity, age, and required treatment. This position is responsible for all professional requirements including licensure, attendance of meetings, annual education, and quarterly competencies. The Respiratory Care Practitioner proactively contributes to Eskenazi Health's mission: Advocate, Care, Teach, and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Administers all respiratory care as ordered by a physician
Delivers respiratory care via assessment, critical thinking, and monitoring while exercising multi-disciplinary communication
Provides accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all patient care administered
Complies with all organizational policies including state licensure, practice guidelines, required credentialing, and passing all required competencies
Complies with the AARC Statement of Ethics and Professional Conduct
Provides age appropriate respiratory care in all assigned areas
Participate in continuing education and in-services to remain current in respiratory care
Attends 75% of all departmental meetings
Serves as a resource to coworkers and all disciplines within the organization
Cleans and assemble respiratory care equipment utilized at Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital
Provides indicated education regarding respiratory care to patients and families
Submits accurate and complete equipment charges via the electronic medical record in coordination with accurate documentation
Job Requirements
Graduate from an AMA approved program for Respiratory Care with a minimum of an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Indiana
Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC; new graduates will be required to obtain the RRT credential within twelve (12) months from the date of graduation
Current certification in BLS, ACLS, and organizational required annual education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to organize and prioritize duties
Ability to interpret and record data accurately
Ability to rapidly assess and respond to all situations
Ability to function effectively in stressful settings
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
Knowledge of respiratory care equipment and supplies
Accredited by The Joint Commission and named one of the nation’s 150 best places to work by Becker’s Hospital Review for four consecutive years and Forbes list of best places to work for women, and Forbes list of America’s best midsize employers’ Eskenazi Health’s programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city’s primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the only verified adult burn center in Indiana, the first community mental health center in Indiana and the Eskenazi Health Center Primary Care – Center of Excellence in Women’s Health, just to name a few.
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