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Innovative Therapy Concepts

Outpatient Pulmonary Rehab Respiratory Therapist at Northside Gwinnett in Lawren

Innovative Therapy Concepts, Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States, 30243


Overview:

Overview:

Position: Northside Gwinnett Outpatient Pulmonary Rehab Respiratory Therapist

Location: Lawrenceville, Georgia

Experience: Experienced Therapists Welcome to Apply

Employment Type: Part-Time, Minimum of 24-32 hours/month

Innovative Therapy Concepts is a Physical Therapist owned and operated Therapy management organization that was founded by Joe Sapp, PT in 2006. We began our partnership with Northside Gwinnett in 2013 to provide therapy services throughout the Northside Gwinnett system. ITC is searching for a Respiratory Therapist that is passionate about patient recovery in a teamwork environment. Northside Gwinnett Outpatient rehab is a newly renovated outpatient rehab gym. Patients are evaluated and incorporated into a group setting to provide pulmonary rehabilitation. Pulmonary rehab includes education on nutrition, exercise progression, disease progression and more. Its an excellent opportunity to empower patients to regain their quality of life and independence.What We Offer:

Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonusExcellent benefits package, including 401k with company match - Vested from day oneClinical Mentorship targeting the development of your clinical skillsetCareer Development through the ITC Elevate Program focused on both personal and professional growth. We seek to promote from within ITC!Team-focused approach as there is interdisciplinary collaboration as well as active communication with many healthcare providers

We Are Seeking:

Respiratory Therapist with a strong drive to learn and grow - enhance your clinical skills while working with an experienced teamCandidate with a strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiencyGraduate from an accredited respiratory care program with an Associates degree or equivalent and RRT credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory care.Valid state licenseResponsible individual with a solid work ethicExcellent communication and people skills

Responsibilities:ResponsibilitiesProvides supplemental oxygen, applies oxygen deliver device as appropriate, adjusts flow rate according to oxygen titration policy.Successfully completes all competencies required for the AACVPR program certification.Develops and updates Individualized Treatment Plans. Collaborates with other disciplines as needed. Assesses patient, assists patient in setting goals, plans education and interventions for disease self-management, and provides educational resources and instruction.Monitors patients before, during, and after exercise for physiologic variables, which may include breath sounds, heart rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, rate of perceived exertion, dyspnea, and pain for abnormal findings, modifies or terminates exercise, instructs patient in breathing techniques, adjusts oxygen flow rate, or provides other interventions as indicated. Documents findings in patient record. Follows Medical Emergency Response policy.Assists with education programs such as screenings, support groups, staff continuing education, marketing events, and speaking engagements. May write articles for quarterly hospital publications and make public presentations to provide rehabilitation information.Assists with health fairs as required.Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Director. Administers and interprets standardized assessments/tests.

Qualifications:Qualifications/Core Competencies:Adaptabilityadapts to changes in the work environmentmanages competing demandsaccepts criticism and feedbackchanges approach or method to best fit the situationBusiness Ethics and Complianceupholds organizational valuesperforms duties in an ethical mannerunderstands and respect patients and customers rightsadheres to rules regulations and policiesoperates within scope of positionCustomer Servicedisplays courtesy and sensitivitymanages difficult or emotional customer situationsmeets commitmentsresponds promptly to customer needssolicits customer feedback to improve serviceDependability

responds to requests for service and assistancefollows instructions, responds to management direction

takes responsibility for own actionscommits to doing the best job possiblekeeps commitmentsmeets attendance and punctuality guidelinesSafety and Securityobserves safety and security proceduresdetermines appropriate action beyond guidelinesuses equipment and materials properlyreports potential unsafe conditionsAge-Specific Caredemonstrates knowledge of growth and developmentconducts age appropriate assessmentprovides age appropriate careuses appropriate communication techniqueInitiativevolunteers readilyundertakes self-development activitiesseeks increased responsibilitiestakes independent actions and calculated riskslooks for and takes advantage of opportunitiesasks for help when neededPerformance Improvementparticipates in performance improvement effortsstrives to increase personal productivitydevelops efficient work methodsseeks ways to improve systems and servicesfocuses on achieving patient satisfactionJob Knowledgedemonstrates technical skills and knowledgeexhibits ability to learn and apply new skillskeeps skills and knowledge currentpursues continuing educationacts as resource in area of specialtyJudgmentdisplays willingness to make decisionsexhibits sound and accurate judgmentsupports and explains reasoning for decisionsincludes appropriate people in decision making processmakes timely decisionsInteraction with Patients and Other Customerslistens and responds to patient needsrespects patients confidentiality and privacytreats patients and families with compassionadapts communication to meet patient needssupports social, spiritual and cultural needsmanages difficult or emotional patient situationsPlanning and Organizationprioritizes and plans work activitiesuses time efficientlyplans for additional resourcesintegrates changes smoothlysets goals and objectivesworks in an organized mannerPatient Careimplements plan of caremonitors and documents patient responsebases care decisions on plan of careInvolves patient and family in care decisionsevaluates and revises plan of careTeamworkbalances team and individual responsibilitiesexhibits objectivity and openness to others viewsgives and welcomes feedbackcontributes to building a positive team spiritputs success of team above own interestsMedical Equipment Useunderstands equipment operationdemonstrates technical skill in using equipmentmaintains equipment in working ordertroubleshoots equipment problemsDocumentationdocuments required informationuses correct terminologyconforms to required style and formatsubmits documentation on timecomplies with legal guidelinesTechnical Competencies:Use of intranet, Microsoft Outlook, Current EMR, MD Portal, Lawson, NetLearning, Microsoft Office Products, therapy related equipment, software and patient education resources.Daily operation and basic maintenance of office equipment and machines such as phone system, fax, copier, etc.Management Rights:

Nothing in this position description restricts managements rights to assign or reassign competencies, duties and/or responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical/Mental/Cognitive/Requirements of Position:The physical, mental, and cognitive requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential competencies/functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential competencies/functions.Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment, machines and tools. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert up to forty (40) pounds of force occasionally and/or up to twenty (20) pounds frequently. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of 100 to 150 pounds with assistance. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for physically active work.Mental Requirements: Knowledge of all phases of the patient care process. Must demonstrate clinical competency in the practice of patient care and treatment, as well as qualities of leadership and sound judgment. Skilled in the art of human relations, problem solving, interviewing, counseling and discipline and conflict resolution; high level of stress. Capable of facilitating learning of others and able to express oneself effectively before groups. Demonstrates good role model qualities; ability to effectively interpret, implement and support approved hospital policies, regulations, philosophy and objectives. Requires flexibility, creativity and ability to solve problems. Is self-directed in maintaining and improving own competence in clinical skills as well as cognitive aspects of practice, theory and current research.Environmental Demands: Physical surroundings are pleasant and comfortable with minimal exposure to injury or other hazards.Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants.Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to write with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.Intelligence: Requires the ability to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.Numeric Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; determine percentages; determine time and weight.Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, visually with office equipment and recording devices.Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hand and eyes in using machines, equipment and tools.Manual Dexterity: Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades.Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. The worker needs to relate to people in situations involving more than giving or receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear; (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear or other devices).