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Respiratory Therapist

Catholic Health

#BLS #CDC Guidelines #RRT #Respiratory Therapist #American Heart Association #Clinical Professional #Allied Health #Pulmonology #Epic EMR #CRT #CoARC #PFT Testing

Unknown On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 21 days agoCloses May 23

Location

Commack, New York

Quick overview

Perform and document diagnostic pulmonary function tests and 6-minute walk tests while managing equipment calibration. Provide patient and family education regarding medication delivery systems and disease state management.

Requirements summary

Requires an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy from a CoARC accredited program and a New York State license. Current BLS certification is required, and 3+ years of experience is preferred.

associate degreeprofessional certificatePatient AssessmentPatient EducationInfection ControlEmergency ManagementDisease State ManagementEpic EMRPulmonary Function TestingDiagnostic Equipment CalibrationClinical Aerosol Medication Delivery6 Minute Walk Tests

Job description

Overview

At Catholic Health, our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence-based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time. We are committed to caring for Long Island. Be a part of our team of healthcare heroes and discover why Catholic Health was named Long Island’s Top Workplace

Job Details

Responsibilities

Understanding of pulmonary function laboratory operations. Demonstrates proficiency in patient assessment, clinical aerosol medication delivery and emergency management procedures, related to performance of diagnostic pulmonary function testing. Calibration, operation and performance of diagnostic pulmonary function testing equipment. Basic computer skills, Epic EMR for documentation and scanning reports. Knowledge of accepted standards, policies, procedures, staff responsibilities and instrumentation related to provision of diagnostic pulmonary function testing. Performs and documentation of 6 minute walk tests. Patient/ Family Education as related to PFT testing, medication delivery systems, devices and Disease state management. *Office practices in accordance with CDC guidelines for infection control and maintenance.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy from a Respiratory Therapy education program accredited by CoARC required. New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician or Respiratory Therapist license required. Current BLS through the American Heart Association. Basic computer skills. 3+ years of experience preferred.

Salary Range

Usd $45.43 - Usd $61.44 /Hr.

CRT salary range is $45.43- $52.22/ hour RRT salary range is $53.45- $61.44/ hour This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth