Description
Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Registered Respiratory Therapist for a per diem / prn job in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Up to 8.00 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Per Diem
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package.
PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary purpose of your job is to provide respiratory care to patients of all ages in accordance with current applicable Federal, State, and local standards guidelines, and regulations and established policies and procedures as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care and safety can be maintained. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY: You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. JOB FUNCTIONS: Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT / DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Emergency room and outpatienttherapy. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Atrial puncture: pH blood gas analysis. Oxygen therapy with prescribed appliances. Therapeutic treatments including BiPap aerosol nebulization, chest physiotherapy, postural drainage, heated high humidity, incentive spirometry, other appropriate respiratory care as prescribed. Initiate and monitor mechanical ventilation, long term, and transport. Endotracheal suctioning. Airway management. Stabilize airway, monitor, and support ventilation prior to patient transport. Electrocardiograms. Pulmonary function Studies. Multidisciplinary rounds. End tidal CO2 monitoring. Attend high risk deliveries and scheduled C-Sections. Educates patients, families, and professional staff. Other prescribed modalities to ensure proper patient care and department standards and operation. Cooperates and collaborates with other clinical services. Participates in in-service education programs for facility and community benefit. Attends workshops, seminars, etc and stays current with changes in the health care as well as maintains professional status. EPIC EMR documentation system. Practical knowledge of safety standards for patient care and equipment. Monitors the condition of equipment. Follows infection control procedures and complies with Employee Health policies. Recommends equipment and supply needs for the department to the manager. Assures the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Involved patient and family in planning treatment and identifies specific goals and outcomes for patient. Allows patient to participate and schedule their treatments. Reviews complaints and grievances made by patients, family, or visitors. #LI-OnSite EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • Degree from an A.M.A and BBRC approved school of Respiratory Therapy • Registered from the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. • Currently Licensed in Massachusetts • Maintains license as necessary EXPERIENCE: • Three years' practical experience in cardio-pulmonary capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other related medical facility. • Training in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation therapy practice.
Recruiter: Schmidt, James
Mass General Brigham Job ID #3298383. Posted job title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (Rrt) - Per Diem
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