Emory Healthcare/Emory University
Respiratory Care Practitioner / Weekend Only
Emory Healthcare/Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30309
**Overview**
**Where you matter as much as the work you**
**do**
Join
**Emory Healthcare (EHC)**
if you're looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more!
**EHC**
is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals.
Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.
**Description**
**6:45a-7:15p / Full Time / 36 Hours**
This role defines the **Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)** who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines Provides Patient and Family Centered Care Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Category: Level of Competency- Completes and Maintains all competencies. Refers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting. Assures competence to function if working in new area. Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed.
+ Category: Assumption of Duties - Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs. Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation. Competent in clinical areas as appropriate. Other duties as assigned.
+ Category: Service Area Support - Suggest modifications to care to patient care team. Acquires resources not readily available. Serves as a resource for ventilator management. Regularly attends department meetings (75%). Regularly attends in services and educational offerings.
+ Category: Professional Activity - Partners in product evaluation and selection. Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice. Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years, 10 CEUs required annually.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Associates degree in Respiratory Care.
+ New Graduate to 2 years experience
+
**JUDGEMENT:** Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.
+
**LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:** Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).BLS required ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU
**Additional Details**
**Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.**
Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.
_Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training._
**ACCOMODATIONS:**
EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
**ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:** Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
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**Division**
_Emory Univ Hospital_
**Campus Location**
_Atlanta, GA, 30322_
**Campus Location**
_US-GA-Atlanta_
**Department**
_EUH Respiratory Therapy_
**Job Type**
_Regular Full-Time_
**Job Number**
_138028_
**Job Category**
_Therapy_
**Schedule**
_6:45a-7:15p_
**Standard Hours**
_36 Hours_
**Hourly Minimum**
_USD $29.68/Hr._
**Hourly Midpoint**
_USD $39.76/Hr._
Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
**Where you matter as much as the work you**
**do**
Join
**Emory Healthcare (EHC)**
if you're looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more!
**EHC**
is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals.
Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.
**Description**
**6:45a-7:15p / Full Time / 36 Hours**
This role defines the **Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)** who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines Provides Patient and Family Centered Care Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Category: Level of Competency- Completes and Maintains all competencies. Refers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting. Assures competence to function if working in new area. Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed.
+ Category: Assumption of Duties - Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs. Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation. Competent in clinical areas as appropriate. Other duties as assigned.
+ Category: Service Area Support - Suggest modifications to care to patient care team. Acquires resources not readily available. Serves as a resource for ventilator management. Regularly attends department meetings (75%). Regularly attends in services and educational offerings.
+ Category: Professional Activity - Partners in product evaluation and selection. Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice. Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years, 10 CEUs required annually.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Associates degree in Respiratory Care.
+ New Graduate to 2 years experience
+
**JUDGEMENT:** Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.
+
**LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:** Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).BLS required ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU
**Additional Details**
**Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.**
Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.
_Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training._
**ACCOMODATIONS:**
EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
**ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:** Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
**Connect With Us!**
Connect with us for general consideration!
**Division**
_Emory Univ Hospital_
**Campus Location**
_Atlanta, GA, 30322_
**Campus Location**
_US-GA-Atlanta_
**Department**
_EUH Respiratory Therapy_
**Job Type**
_Regular Full-Time_
**Job Number**
_138028_
**Job Category**
_Therapy_
**Schedule**
_6:45a-7:15p_
**Standard Hours**
_36 Hours_
**Hourly Minimum**
_USD $29.68/Hr._
**Hourly Midpoint**
_USD $39.76/Hr._
Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.