Mercy Cedar Rapids
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Provides bedside respiratory care and performs therapy modalities according to physician orders. Responsibilities include conducting EKGs, oximetry studies, and ABG sticks while providing patient education.
Must be a current student of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and hold a BCLS certification. Previous experience as an allied health professional is preferred.
Work Shift Variable/Rotating Shifts Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Summary This job supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned by supervisors and given on the physician's written order for both in house and outpatient care.
Job Duties Performs all forms of respiratory therapy according to prescribed physician orders and standing written policies and procedures. Performs general respiratory therapy modalities. Performs noninvasive cardiology procedures such as EKGs in the Emergency Department, and completes necessary paperwork. Performs oximetry spot checks and oximetry sleep studies and accurately processes corresponding paperwork. Performs equipment function, check out, and cleaning as necessary in accordance with Respiratory Department policies and procedures. Performs ABG sticks and utilizes the I-Stat machine. ABG results are communicated to nursing staff or physician. Provides patient education on all modalities of Respiratory Care. Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job- specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology as related to respiratory system. Use of calculator, verbal and written medical terminology. Should possess excellent communication skills. Professional Experience Previous work as allied health professional or related field preferred. Education A current student of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program. Licensure, Certification, Registration BCLS required. Pay Rate Type Hourly Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years. Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Talent Tuesdays An open-house hiring event, every Tuesday. Learn More Join Our Talent Community Be the first to know of new opportunities at Mercy Cedar Rapids. Learn More Useful Links Benefits About Us Life at Mercy Life in Cedar Rapids
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