Respiratory Therapist- ACHS

Company: AcuteCare Health System
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Position Summary : Assesses patients--- pulmonary status, develops plan of care in collaboration with the physician and nurses and delivers respiratory care to patients. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc. Basic Qualifications : Registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care; New Jersey Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner, BLS Education : AAS degree in Respiratory Care, BS preferred or current enrollment. Experience : Licensure/Certification: --- RRT --- NJ Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner --- BLS Certification Special Equipment/Skills: Ventilators, Bipap, high flow oxygen systems, bedside bronchoscopy, rented equipment, including but not limited to The Vest (CPT vest) and The Coughlator. Medical Clearance : Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

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