Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapy/Pulm Lab FT
Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Description: Alegent Health is in need of Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapy/Pulm Lab FT right now, this vacancy will be delegated in Nebraska. More details about this vacancy opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Alegent Health employees are responsive, compassionate, and innovative. They prioritize dignity and respect, never settling for average care, insisting on exc! ellence both of themselves and team members. This is our promise to our employees and our community.
Alegent Health values individual contributions, creative ideas, and innovation. Our employees are why we have the highest quality scores in the nation. We are committed to serving our community by providing faith-based health services with five hospitals and more than 40 clinics across the region.
Our commitment to our patients and their families is high, but the return on that commitment is even higher. We are committed to our employees by ensuring we hire individuals who also believe in enriching the lives of those we serve. If this sounds like you - apply today and join the Alegent team! We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Respiratory Therapist Hours: 6:30am-7:00pm
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Provides direct patient care considering the patient's needs, which promotes a positive quality work env! ironment in the provision of quality patient care.
2.! Provides for the assessment and evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy based on patient¿s age, cognitive and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs. Is responsible for the communication to the physician of pertinent patient evaluation data. Makes recommendations for changes in specific modes of therapy.
3. Participates in quality assurance. Provides educational support for staff and clients. Coordinates continuing education programs for staff. Effectively communicates to coordinator/patients/other staff pertinent patient information. Serves as a resource person for other staff members.
4. Educates patients and arranges home respiratory care services and patient therapy follow-up assessments using language and materials appropriate for age, cognitive and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs.
5. Assumes charge person responsibilities in the coordinator¿s absence. Assigns work load, based on staff¿s level! of competency. Completes patient data information. Reports to coordinator necessary information.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience
Preferred: Respiratory Therapy experience..
Education/Licensure
Required: Graduate of a two to four year, college based, AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy.. Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a RRT. Licensed by the State of Nebraska with a Respiratory Care Practitioner License or Iowa Department of Health with a Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
Preferred: Associates or Bachelor degree preferred.
Additional Requirements:
BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Red Cross: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Safety and Health Institute: CPR, PRO, must say ¿Professional Level-with AED¿, and American Heart Assoc! iation: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
ACLS or A! CLS instructor certification is required 3 month. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Heart Association: Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Safety and Health Institute: ACLS, American College of Surgeons: ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) and American College of Emergency Physician: ACLS
PALS (Pediatric Cardiac Life Support) or PALS instructor certification required within 6 months. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Heart Association: Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Safety and Health Institute: PALS, Emergency Nurses Association: Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), American Academy of Pediatrics: Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP), and American Academy of Pediatrics/American College of Emergency Physicians: APLS.
Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) completed within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge/Skills! /Abilities Must possess strong knowledge and skill in Respiratory Therapy procedures and diagnostic testing; strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards; good communication skills; must demonstrate personal traits of a high-level commitment, motivation and energy, team orientation; professionalism; trust; personal honesty and integrity; and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please deliver us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Alegent Health.
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This vacancy starts available on: Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:23:40 GMT
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