Hillsboro Medical Center·Hillsboro, Oregon
The Respiratory Therapist plans and delivers safe diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services, including medication administration and emergency resuscitation. They collaborate with healthcare teams to formulate care plans and provide education to patients and caregivers.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $40.79/hr - $59.17/hr plus $3.50/hr night shift differential
The Respiratory Therapist participates in planning, delivering, controlling and evaluating safe and effective diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory therapy services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Independently performs respiratory diagnostic testing, including stress treadmill testing and EKG’s. · Performs respiratory treatments as listed on the orientation checklist according to departmental procedures. · Administers respiratory medication safely following hospital and departmental policies. · Documents assessments, treatments and medications accurately utilizing hospital and departmental formats. · As a member of the Code Blue team, provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation. · Maintains emergency resuscitation equipment and other equipment, in proper working condition. · Participates in establishing a system to maintain a clean, well-organized, safe environment; reports potential safety hazards. · Assists in maintaining adequate respiratory therapy supplies in the department and in-patient care areas. · Participates in evaluation of new procedures and equipment. · Demonstrates confidentiality according to PHI regarding patient and co-worker information · Participates with physicians, therapists and other members of the health team in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of care plans for respiratory patients. · Organizes, delivers, and evaluates respiratory care based on physician’s orders and individual needs of the patient. · Instructs patients and caregivers about respiratory treatments and issues. · Participates in a comprehensive inter-shift report of all patients receiving respiratory services and other reportable information. · Executes round to cardiopulmonary patients and assesses status. · Reports discrepancies in care through proper mechanism. · Assists in maintaining quality assurance monitors as communicated with Department Manager. · Participates in retrospective analysis of all aspects of respiratory care in accordance with JCAHO standards. · Participates in all required meetings. · Reports unexpected changes in patient condition. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in ongoing education and staff development programs. · Participates in all required meetings. · Participates in evaluation of new equipment. · Assists with EEGs as needed. · Participates in ongoing education and staff development programs. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee and patient. · No budget responsibility. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Education: Required · A copy of your highest science-related academic diploma or transcript required upon hire. Preferred · Associate Degree in Respiratory Care from and accredited program.
Required N/A #Tier4 Additional Posting Information Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct.
Candidates must be a Licensed Respiratory Therapist in Oregon and registered with the NBRC, with BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications. An Associate Degree in Respiratory Care and experience in critical respiratory care are preferred.
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