BSWHJP00006214 Description: Temp to Perm: Temp Travel (Y/N): Yes Length of Assignment: 13 weeks Work Location: Dallas TX Work
3x12s 1830-0700 Variable days
NOC Interview Type: Virtual/Phone Specialty: Cardiopulmonary Certification/Degree
RRT TX License BLS (AHA Only) Top Skills/Min Exp: 2 years minimum experience Scrub Color: Caribbean Blue Additional Notes: Last Updated: 10/26/2020JOB SUMMARYThe Registered Respiratory Therapist has advanced knowledge and training of the cardiopulmonary system that is used to manage and treat patients. Therapists will use different scientific principles therapies and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.
of the ROLEPerforms and directs the administration of respiratory care services (including but not limited to oxygen therapy aerosol therapy inhaled medication airway clearance invasive and non-invasive ventilation and bedside spirometry) as ordered by a patients attending physician in a quality manner that is in accordance with established procedures. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.
Reviews physician's orders analyzes patient's diagnostic test results and provides appropriate therapy based on the patients current clinical condition. If appropriate implements approved protocols as directed by physician. Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.
Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner. Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique. Documents all treatments and therapies given any supplies used and accurately files all corresponding charges.
Reports outcomes of therapeutic interventions and makes recommendations as appropriate. Adheres to established policies including but not limited to: infection control and isolation policies HIPAA time and attendance and social media. Works willingly and professionally with other employees healthcare professionals and students.
Takes responsibility and initiative to understand and complete any professional or technical requirements set by leadership. Incorporates principles continuous quality improvement in all of aspects of clinical care identifying opportunities as appropriate. KEY SUCCESS FACTORSGeneral understanding of Respiratory Care modalities therapies equipment and medications.
Must be able to read write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate. Must be able to work under stressful conditions. Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills.
General computer skills including but not limited to: typing information security electronic medical documentation hand held scanning and email. The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties knowledge skills and abilities needed to perform the job.
Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery integrity and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Baylor Scott & White Health.
Enable Skills-Based Hiring No Qualification Assessment Must Have Degree ASS/GAP Yes EXPERIENCE 02 YEARS Yes License BLS (AHA Only) Yes RCP Yes RRT Yes Is this a travel position Yes Specialty/Unit Cardiopulmonary Shift NOC Region DFW Central Region