Everest Rehabilitation Hospitals LLC
Respiratory Therapist
Everest Rehabilitation Hospitals LLC, Ocoee, Florida, United States, 34761
Job Details
Job LocationOrlando - Ocoee, FL
Position TypeFull Time
Job CategoryProfessional Services
Description
SUMMARY:
The Respiratory Therapy Technician is involved in the performance of technical work concerned with administering therapeutic and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and respiratory/neurological related trauma. This would involve assisting in evaluations, treatments and care plans for patients. Respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures will be under the direction of the physician. Patient population served will range from 18 years to geriatric who are experiencing general cardiopulmonary conditions and/or respiratory/neurological related trauma with rehabilitation needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
May include, but is not limited to the following:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily based on five overall skills categories: assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation and teaching/coaching. Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of appropriateness, efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions.
Job Function
Approximate % of Time
Assist in the development, coordination and implement treatment plans as ordered: i.e.: regularly scheduled breathing treatments; O2; aerosols, chest physiotherapy, aerosol medications, and provide therapy and treatments as ordered.
80%
Perform regular checks on equipment. Maintain clean and safe equipment and environment.
5%
Assist in the planning, organizing and evaluation of care interventions and their effect on outcome. Assist with the ongoing patient/family education Complete documentation of assessment, reassessment and treatment plans in the medical record. Compliant with the value-focused documentation for patients' plan of care and outcomes.
10%
Participate in performance improvement activities in department and hospital wide. Collect and analyze data. Maintain quality control of all respiratory equipment.
5%
Additional Responsibilities:Participates in new employee orientation and annual mandatory education.Demonstrates and understands the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions.Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies.Supports staff, patient and family education to enhance knowledge, skills, and necessary behaviors to facilitate positive outcomes.Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Shares professional knowledge with staff, managers and hospital personnelAbility to carry out essential functions of this position (with or without reasonable accommodation).Promote the philosophy, mission and objectives of the Company within and to customers outside the hospital.Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact with facility and medical staff and Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors and government agencies.Assure participation in relevant in-service training sessions, facility meetings and continuing educational opportunities appropriate to responsibilities.Always demonstrates honesty and integrity in care and use of patient and hospital property.Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time.Appropriately accesses the resources of the company's corporate offices for consultation and program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Shares professional knowledge with staff, directors, managers and hospital personnel.Participate in hospital wide patient safety program identifying risks to patient safety and reducing healthcare errors.Comply with HIPAA regulatory requirements.Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Associates degreed required, bachelors preferred.
License/Certification
Certified or registered in the state of practice as a respiratory therapist. Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as either a certified or registered respiratory therapist. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association required. Must maintain all certifications throughout employment.
Experience
Ability to project a professional Image. Possess knowledge of functions of respiratory department and the quality standards requirements as outlined by CIHQ, the Department of Health for the State of employment and Federal regulatory standards as outlined by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Knowledge and experience in the needs of patients ranging in age from 18 to geriatric. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations. Strong organizational and analytical skills; excellent writing and speaking skills. Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (Word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, etc.)
Job LocationOrlando - Ocoee, FL
Position TypeFull Time
Job CategoryProfessional Services
Description
SUMMARY:
The Respiratory Therapy Technician is involved in the performance of technical work concerned with administering therapeutic and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and respiratory/neurological related trauma. This would involve assisting in evaluations, treatments and care plans for patients. Respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures will be under the direction of the physician. Patient population served will range from 18 years to geriatric who are experiencing general cardiopulmonary conditions and/or respiratory/neurological related trauma with rehabilitation needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
May include, but is not limited to the following:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily based on five overall skills categories: assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation and teaching/coaching. Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of appropriateness, efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions.
Job Function
Approximate % of Time
Assist in the development, coordination and implement treatment plans as ordered: i.e.: regularly scheduled breathing treatments; O2; aerosols, chest physiotherapy, aerosol medications, and provide therapy and treatments as ordered.
80%
Perform regular checks on equipment. Maintain clean and safe equipment and environment.
5%
Assist in the planning, organizing and evaluation of care interventions and their effect on outcome. Assist with the ongoing patient/family education Complete documentation of assessment, reassessment and treatment plans in the medical record. Compliant with the value-focused documentation for patients' plan of care and outcomes.
10%
Participate in performance improvement activities in department and hospital wide. Collect and analyze data. Maintain quality control of all respiratory equipment.
5%
Additional Responsibilities:Participates in new employee orientation and annual mandatory education.Demonstrates and understands the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions.Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies.Supports staff, patient and family education to enhance knowledge, skills, and necessary behaviors to facilitate positive outcomes.Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Shares professional knowledge with staff, managers and hospital personnelAbility to carry out essential functions of this position (with or without reasonable accommodation).Promote the philosophy, mission and objectives of the Company within and to customers outside the hospital.Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact with facility and medical staff and Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors and government agencies.Assure participation in relevant in-service training sessions, facility meetings and continuing educational opportunities appropriate to responsibilities.Always demonstrates honesty and integrity in care and use of patient and hospital property.Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time.Appropriately accesses the resources of the company's corporate offices for consultation and program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Shares professional knowledge with staff, directors, managers and hospital personnel.Participate in hospital wide patient safety program identifying risks to patient safety and reducing healthcare errors.Comply with HIPAA regulatory requirements.Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Associates degreed required, bachelors preferred.
License/Certification
Certified or registered in the state of practice as a respiratory therapist. Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as either a certified or registered respiratory therapist. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association required. Must maintain all certifications throughout employment.
Experience
Ability to project a professional Image. Possess knowledge of functions of respiratory department and the quality standards requirements as outlined by CIHQ, the Department of Health for the State of employment and Federal regulatory standards as outlined by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Knowledge and experience in the needs of patients ranging in age from 18 to geriatric. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations. Strong organizational and analytical skills; excellent writing and speaking skills. Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (Word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, etc.)