This job exists as a position for RCP’s who are certified only, a student enrolled in an approved Respiratory Therapy School, or for graduate RCP who is pursuing RRT status or waiting to take the examiniation to obtain RRT status. RCP technicians who do not obtain the RRT credential within department specified time frames will no longer be eligible to remain in this job category. Under the direction of the Medical Director this practitioner will provide respiratory care in patient care settings appropriate to their level of training and competency - see stipulations identified in the performance measures and standards- . Duties may include the administration of all respiratory care therapeutic modalities, management of mechanical ventilation, and the assessment of effectiveness of therapy administered. The practitioner will participate in such diagnostic activities as ABG procurement and analysis and hemodynamic and other noninvasive monitoring.
Job Requirements
Ohio Medical Board Verification of Education form
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
CRT or Ohio Medical Board limited permit in respiratory therapy
Cardiopulmonary physiology
Other sciences related to respiratory care and relevant pharmacology
BLS
Job Responsibilities
Performs all necessary documentation, updates work lists, and submits all charges by the end of the shift.
Displays proficiency in airway management.
Assists in the administration of proficiently a therapy and management of the oxygen titration protocol.
Demonstrates proficiency and skill in the provision of treatment and diagnostic modalities -HHN, P&PD, MDI, IPPB, IS, BIPAP, ABGs, PEFR, EKGs, induced sputum - for adolescents and/or adults.
Other Job-Related Information
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Occasionally
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS…
Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS…
Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS…
Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS…
Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS…
Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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