Stormont Vail Health
Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - FT
Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66652
Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - FT Day
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Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - FT Day
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Stormont Vail Health
Shift 12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week 36
Position Status Full time
Exemption Status Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview Administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system, under supervision of Physician and by prescription, by performing the following duties.
Education Qualifications
Associate's Degree Graduate of CoARC Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program Required
Skills And Abilities
Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization. (Required proficiency)
Ability to calculate respiratory-related formulas as necessary for patient care. (Required proficiency)
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC Must be credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Required
Respiratory Therapist - KSBHA Must be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts. Required
What you will do
Reviews EMR for physician orders and patient information, to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, and medication and dosages.
Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with Physician’s orders. Consults with Physician in event of adverse reactions.
Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration, blood gas collection and analysis, and aerosol equipment. Observes equipment function and adjusts to obtain optimum results to therapy. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure appropriate safety and functionality. Reports improper working equipment
Monitors patient’s physiological status and responses to therapy such as vital signs, breath sounds, respiratory rate and pattern, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Performs bronchopulmonary hygiene and assists patient in performing breathing exercises.
Performs basic life support measures, and responds to emergent patient situations.
Documents patient care in patient’s EMR. Records accurate patient charges
Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to orientees. Serves as Clinical Instructor for Respiratory students
Maintains all respiratory equipment by performing daily maintenance, calibration, pre-use check out procedures and troubleshooting to ensure, and maintain, a state of readiness
Provide patient and family education on Respiratory disorders, therapies and treatments
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote
Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility
No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Lifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 60 lbs
Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour
Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Reaching (Overhead): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
Chemical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour
Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour
Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour
Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Mechanical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour
Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour
Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour
Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour
Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour
Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour
Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour
Working Conditions Comments Must be able to perform job duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as particulate respirator masks, goggles, gloves, and gowns.
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - FT Day
role at
Stormont Vail Health
Shift 12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week 36
Position Status Full time
Exemption Status Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview Administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of cardiopulmonary system, under supervision of Physician and by prescription, by performing the following duties.
Education Qualifications
Associate's Degree Graduate of CoARC Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program Required
Skills And Abilities
Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization. (Required proficiency)
Ability to calculate respiratory-related formulas as necessary for patient care. (Required proficiency)
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC Must be credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Required
Respiratory Therapist - KSBHA Must be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts. Required
What you will do
Reviews EMR for physician orders and patient information, to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, and medication and dosages.
Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with Physician’s orders. Consults with Physician in event of adverse reactions.
Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration, blood gas collection and analysis, and aerosol equipment. Observes equipment function and adjusts to obtain optimum results to therapy. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure appropriate safety and functionality. Reports improper working equipment
Monitors patient’s physiological status and responses to therapy such as vital signs, breath sounds, respiratory rate and pattern, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
Performs bronchopulmonary hygiene and assists patient in performing breathing exercises.
Performs basic life support measures, and responds to emergent patient situations.
Documents patient care in patient’s EMR. Records accurate patient charges
Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to orientees. Serves as Clinical Instructor for Respiratory students
Maintains all respiratory equipment by performing daily maintenance, calibration, pre-use check out procedures and troubleshooting to ensure, and maintain, a state of readiness
Provide patient and family education on Respiratory disorders, therapies and treatments
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote
Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility
No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Lifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 60 lbs
Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour
Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Reaching (Overhead): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbs
Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
Chemical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour
Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour
Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour
Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Mechanical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour
Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour
Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour
Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour
Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour
Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour
Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour
Working Conditions Comments Must be able to perform job duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as particulate respirator masks, goggles, gloves, and gowns.
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stormont Vail Health by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Certified Respiratory Therapist” roles. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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