JOB SUMMARY
General Description
Under the supervision of the Cardio-Pulmonary manager, the Licensed Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, and department policies and procedures. The Licensed Respiratory Therapist manages and provides care to patients via the nursing process, therapeutic environment, treatment modalities and inter-disciplinary collaboration.
Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychologic and cognitive status. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations and medication doses as they relate to patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients. Formulates a goal directed plan of care which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes.
Accountability
The Licensed Respiratory Therapist reports directly to the Cardio-Pulmonary Manager.
Special Demands
Mental: Astute communication skills with employees, physicians, visitors, administration and public. Ability to adjust to job situations that involve many different people and projects, requiring some independent action and judgment.
Physical: Must have the ability and competency to operate the equipment of his/her position; perform technical procedures; speak intelligently and in a professional manner before others; and exercise supervision and management skills.
Qualifications
Education: Must be a graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy and have a current state of Colorado Respiratory Therapist license. Must have proof of current instruction in CPR.
Experience: Minimum of one or more years of experience preferred. Bi-lingual capabilities helpful. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Working Environment
Full Time position working 36 hours per week 12-hour shifts working 7:00pm to 7:00am rotating Weekends. May need to work overtime as need arises. Shift differential available.
Salary Range
CRT $24.43 – $30.05 RRT $32.77 – $40.30 per hour based on experience plus night and weekend shift differential. This is a fulltime benefitted position that includes, paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, life and disability insurance and automatic enrollment in retirement plan with employer match.
Apply to: Human Resources By: As soon as possible
Contact Information
Michelle Pollart – Human Resources
Prowers Medical Center
401 Kendall Drive
Lamar, CO 81052
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 719-336-7119
Fax: 719-336-8360
