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Franklin General Hospital Respiratory Therapy department is currently looking for a contracted Respiratory Therapist for PRN hours. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.
POSITION SUMMARY: Is responsible for assessing, care planning, patient educational and treatment application for patients receiving respiratory care.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Responsible to the Cardiopulmonary Leader
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education: Graduate of a of program in Respiratory Care
Minimum Experience: Board Certified in Respiratory are
Required Training: Advanced knowledge in interpreting cardiac arrhythmias and recognizing ischemic changes on ECG required.
Be proficient in general respiratory care.
Ability to demonstrate use of exercise equipment and techniques.
Be proficient in general respirator care.
Ability to have a good relationship with people of all ages and to adapt teaching skills to a variety of physical disabilities.
High degree of independent decision making ability.
Current BCLS and ACLS certification required.
Current Iowa driver's license required.
Physical Demands: Moderate physical activity. Occasionally stopping, twisting, fine manipulation, frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, reading, and repetitive grasping.
Working Conditions: Occasionally exposed to cleaning agents/chemicals. Occasional exposure to infectious disease.
Accountability/Duties:
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2. Participates in Quality Improvement program. |
3. Maintains all paperwork for patients. Shows proficient in Electronic documentation. |
4. Shows Proficiency/ Interpretation in the following skills / equipment: Apnea Link Overnight Pulse Oximetry Holter Monitor Event Monitor PFT's Incentive Spirometry Acapella EZPAP MDI instruction'Adult and Pediatric BIPAP Vision ABG's Intubation CPAP / BIPAP set ups Sleep Study interpretation Ambulatory Blood Pressure monitoring Suction'Adult and infant nasal aspirator. O2 conserving Device Oxygen delivery via oxygen tank and wall flow meter. 6 minute walk'Regular and with Conserving device Peak Flows Nebulizer Treatments |
6. Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings as required. |
7. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. |
8. Follows the Standards of Behavior. |