Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Days

General Summary of PositionJob Summary:MedStar Health is looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner to

join our team

at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

!

The ideal candidate will be

a certified respiratory therapist who w

ill

pro

vi

de our patients with extraordinary patient care by

demonstrating

strong knowledge in the field.

Respiratory care is ordered by

physicians

according to established

standards,

practice

s

,

and protocols.As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will

possess

w

orking knowledge of human respiratory anatomy, physiology, and

pathology

related to respiratory care. Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting. The ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action. The ability to work with patients of all ages (neonatal to geriatrics). The ability to

remain

calm and function under stressful conditions. Must work well as a team member; must be articulate and communicate well with all

kinds

of peopl

e

.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro

region,

also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next

great career

move!Primary Duties:Assesses the physical, psychosocial, spiritual & cultural dimensions of the patient as well as educational needs and document

appropriately

.

Where applicable, refers to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.

Performs all respiratory therapy treatments and services, including but not limited

to:

application, operation, monitoring, and management of all equipment and services provided. Service

including

but not limited

to:

oxygen, mixed gas, and humidity; monitoring; ventilators (Invasive and Non-invasive); bronchial hygiene; lung expansion; Spirometry testing; EKG machines; Blood Gas Analysis.

Employs principles of therapeutic communication, interviewing techniques, problem solving and crisis intervention when performing patient care.

Responds, performs, and

participates

in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by

maintaining

the airway,

providing

oxygen and ventilation via mask, endotracheal tube, or other devices, and per

forming

closed chest cardiac massage.

Facilitates workflow efficiency,

monitoring

interdepartmental systems and processes, departmental policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvements as needed.

Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders throughout work shift.

Qualifications:Associate

degree

-

Graduate of an AMA accredited program in respiratory care with an AAS Degree or higher

.

CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)

-

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist or NBRC Registered Pulmonary Function Technician from an accredited Respiratory Care Program

is

required

.

BLS - Basic Life Support

required

.

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

,

required

within one year of hire

.

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Certification Program

,

required

within one year of hire

.

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

,

required

within one year of hire

.

This position has a hiring range of $34.98 - $59.26