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Pool Respiratory Therapist 2

Tampa General Hospital

#Patient Assessment #BLS #ACLS #PALS #Per Diem #Respiratory Therapist #Respiratory Care #Diagnostic Procedures #Physician Orders

Quick overview

The role involves administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents for respiratory care procedures as prescribed by a physician, including transcription and implementation of orders. Responsibilities also include assessing patient responses, recommending appropriate procedures, and initiating emergency care when necessary.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and hold a current Florida or Compact State Respiratory Therapist License or Certification. A minimum of two years of Respiratory Therapy experience is required, along with current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.

associate degreeProcess ImprovementPatient AssessmentMonitoringEquipment SterilizationInterdisciplinary CollaborationEmergency ProceduresRespiratory CareDiagnostic ProceduresCrisis ManagementPhysician Order ImplementationPulmonary RehabilitationMechanical VentilationPharmacological AdministrationPatient Safety ProtocolsTherapeutic AgentsArterial Blood Gas

Job description

Responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician.
The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of respiratory care.
Proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing.
Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities.
Implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician.
The ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures.
Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Performs all other duties required.
Essential Functions Makes informed care decisions based on assessments.
Communicates effectively with coworkers, hospital staff, physicians, and administration.
Adapts positively to change and resolves issues using appropriate channels.
Collaborates with the team and supports group decisions.
Provides timely, relevant information to supervisors and documents accurately.
Maintains a clean, safe environment and correctly uses personal protective equipment.
Participates in daily Patient Safety Huddles and follows patient safety protocols.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills across all age groups and seeks guidance when needed.
Performs and reports Arterial Blood Gas procedures accurately and on time.
Follows respiratory protocols and maintains competency with ventilation equipment.
Administers medications safely, following policies, and documents appropriately.
Cleans and sterilizes respiratory equipment and sets up treatments per physician orders.
Monitors mechanical ventilation and environmental systems Demonstrates strong judgment in crisis management and emergency care.

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