Banner Health
Registered Respiratory Therapist Advanced Practitioner
Banner Health, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Registered Respiratory Therapist Advanced Practitioner
Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Respiratory Thrpy-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Clinical Care
Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. Join Banner University Medical Center – Phoenix (BUMCP) and become part of an elite group of respiratory care practitioners. BUMCP is a nationally recognized academic medical center with a diverse patient base and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
Position Summary This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary plus cardiology diagnostic testing, and advanced clinical monitoring techniques to patients. It serves as a specialist resource who may assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in complex procedures and may provide leadership and coordination of services and direction to staff on an assigned shift.
Core Functions
Performs all basic modalities and advanced practice respiratory therapy, pulmonary plus cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs multiple access procedures, arterial and venous. May assist in FDPAC and IAPB insertion and associated invasive cardiac outputs/profile and non-invasive cardiac outputs as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physician and/or licensed independent practitioners recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort, and to expedite the weaning process.
Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the application of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in delivery of care in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs patient assessment and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians/licensed independent practitioners regarding the plan of care, and appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents care provided and all interventions in an accurate and complete manner.
Acts as a resource to therapists and other healthcare practitioners regarding patient status, equipment and operational issues. Participates in interdisciplinary rounding, making recommendations for changes in therapy dictated by the patient’s condition.
Participates in ongoing monitoring of quality, appropriateness and effectiveness of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and the development of policy/procedures. Assists with training, orientation and continuing development of students, orientees and staff.
May be assigned shift supervision responsibilities and may have operational responsibilities for supporting and facilitating business growth and process improvements.
Services as a resource person and may provide leadership during assigned shifts. Internal customers include all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External customers include physicians and their office staff, payers, community agencies and regulatory agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or technical degree.
Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires after October 1, 2015.
Current license in the state where practiced as required by state law.
Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and/or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as pertinent to the practice specialty.
In Home Care setting, must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
In-depth knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 3 years of clinical experience.
Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.
Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting, including working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an RRT Advanced Practitioner in the specialty area.
Preferred Qualifications Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) certification preferred for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) specialists.
EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.
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Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Respiratory Thrpy-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Clinical Care
Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. Join Banner University Medical Center – Phoenix (BUMCP) and become part of an elite group of respiratory care practitioners. BUMCP is a nationally recognized academic medical center with a diverse patient base and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
Position Summary This position independently provides respiratory care, pulmonary plus cardiology diagnostic testing, and advanced clinical monitoring techniques to patients. It serves as a specialist resource who may assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in complex procedures and may provide leadership and coordination of services and direction to staff on an assigned shift.
Core Functions
Performs all basic modalities and advanced practice respiratory therapy, pulmonary plus cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs multiple access procedures, arterial and venous. May assist in FDPAC and IAPB insertion and associated invasive cardiac outputs/profile and non-invasive cardiac outputs as prescribed in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physician and/or licensed independent practitioners recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition, patient comfort, and to expedite the weaning process.
Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in the application of durable medical equipment and circuitry used in delivery of care in accordance with established department/hospital policies and procedures.
Performs patient assessment and evaluates patient response to care provided, making recommendations to physicians/licensed independent practitioners regarding the plan of care, and appropriate use of respiratory therapy and modification of therapy as clinical condition changes. Documents care provided and all interventions in an accurate and complete manner.
Acts as a resource to therapists and other healthcare practitioners regarding patient status, equipment and operational issues. Participates in interdisciplinary rounding, making recommendations for changes in therapy dictated by the patient’s condition.
Participates in ongoing monitoring of quality, appropriateness and effectiveness of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and the development of policy/procedures. Assists with training, orientation and continuing development of students, orientees and staff.
May be assigned shift supervision responsibilities and may have operational responsibilities for supporting and facilitating business growth and process improvements.
Services as a resource person and may provide leadership during assigned shifts. Internal customers include all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External customers include physicians and their office staff, payers, community agencies and regulatory agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or technical degree.
Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires after October 1, 2015.
Current license in the state where practiced as required by state law.
Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and/or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as pertinent to the practice specialty.
In Home Care setting, must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
In-depth knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 3 years of clinical experience.
Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.
Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting, including working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an RRT Advanced Practitioner in the specialty area.
Preferred Qualifications Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) certification preferred for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) specialists.
EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.
Privacy Policy Privacy Policy
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